Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Tech Support and Service

2022-12-08 Thread Bert Craig
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Re: [Elecraft] communications on KX2 Mic's (MH3)

2022-10-08 Thread Bert Craig
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Re: [Elecraft] K2 versus K3 specs

2022-07-14 Thread Bert Craig
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Re: [Elecraft] Shipping via UPS - A Lesson Learned the Hard Way

2022-04-12 Thread Bert Craig
Amen! "I fail to understand the hardship of using the delete key." #MobCensorshipStinks Sent from MailDroid __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: m

[Elecraft] Birthday Assistance to ask

2021-07-22 Thread Craig Wissman
Hi How are you doing, I want to ask you for an assistance Do you normally order from amazon? Thanks. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elec

Re: [Elecraft] K-Line / ZeroFive Antennas

2021-06-28 Thread Craig Smith
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[Elecraft] External sound card advice needed to attach to K3

2021-01-01 Thread Craig Wissman
with FSK and maybe dabble with other chat related digital modes down the line. Can anyone point me to current sound card best practices? I have a 2006 vintage Signalink used years back but seem to we warned not to bother… Craig WF6Q Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550

[Elecraft] T1 Tuner green/yellow flashing LEDs

2020-12-15 Thread Craig Vonilten
d yet. Is this normal? Craig N6CAV __ 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.net P

Re: [Elecraft] Oscilloscope recs

2020-12-08 Thread Craig Smith
ble at your favorite source of podcasts. Happy Shopping ! 73 Craig AC0DS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm P

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

2020-11-21 Thread Bert Craig
Greetings to all, My K2/100 ser. no. 3595 has served faithfully with nary a niggle for almost two decades now. It did receive a thorough alignment and 60m upgrade, courtesy of Don Wilhelm, approx. two years ago. It now excites an Ameritron AL-80BQ. I also own a Yaesu FT-991a (Purchased for its

Re: [Elecraft] K4 S-meter characteristics

2020-04-24 Thread Craig Smith
d RF voltmeter. Used it constantly both for design and for troubleshooting during many construction projects. I think the kinds of enhancements being discussed here will be a valuable addition to the K4 and encourage additional discussion. 73CraigA

Re: [Elecraft] Where is Elecraft Support ?

2020-03-10 Thread Craig Smith
Great post Wes 73 Craig AC0DS > On 10, Mar2020, at 9:40 PM, Wes wrote: > > Before I retired the second time I was managing a small group of components > engineers. Several of my guys worked full time on parts obsolescence issues. > "Lifetime buys" sound like

Re: [Elecraft] When might there be a P3 sale or drop in price

2020-02-17 Thread Craig Buck
P3 doesn't have a mouse point-and-tune feature that I know of. LpPan with NaP3 software does. On Mon, Feb 17, 2020 at 10:42 AM wrote: > I've been fighting getting the P3 for years. After trying to get SDR based > pan adapters to work reliably (I like the mouse point and tune feature) > I've >

Re: [Elecraft] Which meter to trust?

2020-02-07 Thread Craig Buck
A man with two watches never knows what time it is On Fri, Feb 7, 2020, 1:12 AM Paul Braiman via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > Putting my brand new KPA-500 through its paces and I’m noticing a > significant difference between the peak power displayed on the amp, and the > peak pow

[Elecraft] FOR SALE - KX3 - As New

2019-12-12 Thread Craig Slawson
let it all go for $1500.00 (or reasonable offer) and include CONUS shipping. Any questions, please call, text or email. Pictures available upon request. Best, Craig / KJ7KKD Great Falls, MT kj7...@gmail.com <mailto:kj7...@gmail.com&

[Elecraft] P3 with SVGA card has been sold

2019-08-11 Thread Craig - AE6RR
The P3 with SVGA card is sold. Thanks to all who responded! 73, - Craig, AE6RR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] Elecraft P3 with SVGA for sale

2019-08-10 Thread Craig Bradley
on the Elecraft web site. Price: $575 + shipping PayPal accepted. Please respond offline to cr...@ae6rr.com 73, - Craig, AE6RR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

[Elecraft] Elecraft P3 with SVGA for sale

2019-08-09 Thread Craig Bradley
. Please respond offline to cr...@ae6rr.com 73, - Craig, AE6RR __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile high power

2019-05-06 Thread Bert Craig
6 May 2019 13:38 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Mobile high power On 5/6/2019 9:14 AM, Bert Craig wrote: > I run approx. 200 watts from my mobile. It's been trouble free over the last > four or five years. To the best of my knowledge, no adverse effects on other > vehicles either. I do use L

Re: [Elecraft] Mobile high power

2019-05-06 Thread Bert Craig
I run approx. 200 watts from my mobile. It's been trouble free over the last four or five years. To the best of my knowledge, no adverse effects on other vehicles either. I do use LMR-240uf throughout and employ numerous snap-on ferrites as well as a full toroidal RF choke between the output of

Re: [Elecraft] Prospective K4

2019-05-05 Thread Bert Craig
Tnx Wayne! This is pretty much it in a nutshell. I appreciate this "designed-by-CW-ops" ideology. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI -Original Message- From: Wayne Burdick To: Rose Cc: Bert Craig , Elecraft Reflector Sent: Sun, 05 May 2019 11:40 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Prospective K4

[Elecraft] Prospective K4

2019-05-05 Thread Bert Craig
I'm in the comparison stage of planning my next, and likely final, HF rig purchase. While researching my options, I came across this comment on the Flex reflector. (See link below.) It occurs to me that the next logical progression from the K3S might likely be something along the lines of a Flex

[Elecraft] Test

2019-04-01 Thread Bert Craig
Test - My messages have not been appearing on the reflector. Bert, WA2SI __ 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 li

Re: [Elecraft] Out with the Old

2019-04-01 Thread Bert Craig
Great commentary on the venerable K2. I had an experience that some on this reflector might find interesting. I purchased a Yaesu FT-991A solely for the purpose of VHF/UHF SSB/CW. (Our local group's been buggin' me to join them on 2m SSB, hihi.) Well, I saw C8T on the cluster and decided to give t

Re: [Elecraft] Will there be a K4

2019-03-25 Thread Bert Craig
I'm in the same boat with a "slush fund" specifically created for a loaded CW-optimized K3S. However, two factors keep me from pulling the trigger on that purchase. The main subject re. the possibility of a K4 and the fact that my K2/100 performs so darn well. Additionally, I personally find th

Re: [Elecraft] Why are the batteries internal to the KX3?

2019-03-17 Thread Craig Temple via Elecraft
operation - this keeps my KX3 at the higher output wattage. I recommend Bioenno's charger for their batteries. Hope this is helpful. Craig - KM4ASH Birmingham, Alabama -- Message: 11 Date: Sat, 16 Mar 2019 22:22:58 + From: "hawley, charles

Re: [Elecraft] I am flummoxed about my antenna

2018-12-01 Thread Craig Smith
instrument. Good Luck! 73 Craig AC0DS > On 1, Dec2018, at 9:54 AM, Leroy Buller wrote: > > There > I tried to get on 160 with my Inverted L last night. 60 feet up and the > rest over to a tree, 130 feet total. About 20 random length radials in the > yard. The best I

[Elecraft] EP6RRC using an Elecraft K2

2018-11-19 Thread Bert Craig
It's nice to see that one of their rigs is an Elecraft K2 (Likely a K2/100.) exciting a 700 watt PA. I worked them on 40 last night. I sure hope it was a K2-to-K2 QSO. #Elecraft #Mojo https://dxpedition.wixsite.com/ep6rrc Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI _

Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought...

2018-11-13 Thread Bert Craig
I still run a 4 band K1. It is my rig of choice for Field Day. My K2/100 is still my primary rig at home. Coupled with an AL-80BQ, its mojo still breaks through the pileups fb. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI -Original Message- From: Norm Lee To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Tue, 13 Nov 2018 2

Re: [Elecraft] Confessions of grounding

2018-10-12 Thread Craig Buck
I added two large washers over the post. Makes it easier to sandwich the ground braid between them. Poke a hole in the braid to go over the post. On Fri, Oct 12, 2018, 12:49 PM Leroy Buller wrote: > Ok, I just rebuilt my station and wonder how many of you actually ground > your K3 or your rig?

[Elecraft] Worldwide Transceiver Survey

2018-10-03 Thread Bert Craig
Why is Elecraft in 2nd place? I know we can do better than that! (Selective exposure?) Here's the link. https://dx-world.net/worldwide-transceiver-survey/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Hel

[Elecraft] -Remote Rig "standard" with K3 and K3/0 mini

2018-09-14 Thread Craig Jungers
A friend of mine has the RRC-1258MkIIs "standard" pair and wants to sell it to me but I have a K3 and a K3/0-mini and there is a "twin" that Elecraft and RemoteRigs sells for those. Will the "standard" stil

[Elecraft] Off Topic: Fluke Multimeter for Sale

2018-09-11 Thread Craig Smith
and additional extras including USPS insured Priority Mail shipping to the lower 48.Payment via PayPal. Photos by request. Contact me via email if interested. My email address OK on QRZ. Thanks and 73 CraigAC0DS

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Display (Was K2 display)

2018-07-01 Thread Bert Craig
I occasionally pose this question. Is there any way to make the K3S display green like the K2? Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm To: Frank Krozel , elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sun, 01 Jul 2018 12:02 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2 display Frank, The K2 had backlig

Re: [Elecraft] Deleting OT

2018-06-16 Thread Bert Craig
Amen! Censorship STINKS! (No matter how you attempt to sugar-coat it.) Imagine coming across a QSO in PROGRESS that doesn't interest you and asking the ops to go QRT rather than QSYing? Smh... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI -Original Message- From: Ronald Genovesi To: Walter Underwood Cc: Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 clicks and thermal design

2018-04-21 Thread Craig Buck
Make sure the transformer is on straight and secured. Mine clicked for a while but has since stopped. On Sat, Apr 21, 2018, 1:35 PM ANDY DURBIN wrote: > I find the "clicks" my KPA500 makes as its temperature changes to be quite > distracting. Part of the problem is that I'm chasing a problem w

[Elecraft] Macbook Pro, K3, FT 8 audio quits

2018-04-03 Thread Craig Taylor
I am running a MacBook Pro with my K3. In WSJT-X, the audio will work fine for awhile. The audio switches back to the internal IO in the computer. I have to restart the program to make it work again. I have the upgraded KIO3B installed. What am I doing wrong?? W9OD _

Re: [Elecraft] Planning the next filters

2018-03-08 Thread Craig Buck
Get the 1.8 if you work ssb. Experiment with shifting the pass band for maximum clarity. Youll be amazed just how narrow it can get and still be understandable. On Mar 8, 2018 11:24 AM, "Chuck Chandler" wrote: > Right now I have the stock SSB and a 400 Hz filter in both main and sub > rcvrs.

[Elecraft] K1 Sold

2018-01-04 Thread Craig Kolk via Elecraft
K1 is sold. Thank you.CraigW1ZN __ 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.net Please he

[Elecraft] K1 For Sale

2018-01-03 Thread Craig Kolk via Elecraft
Elecraft K-1 with 4 band module- 40,30,20 &; 15, KAT1 ATU, KBT1  internal battery adaptor, LCD  back light, Flip feet- Excellent  condition, no issues. Upgraded to  KX3. $599 shipped lower 48,  check/MO. E-mail bobzim...@msn.com __

[Elecraft] Wanted KSB2, TacPack for K1 or K2

2017-09-22 Thread Craig A. Ferris
If you have one excess to your needs, drop me a note. 72, Craig NR4E Melbourne, FL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K1 Discontinued

2017-08-30 Thread Bert Craig
I don't think I'll ever give up my 4-band K1. Sorry to see it discontinued, however, thanks for developing it in the first place. Kudo to Elecraft. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http:/

Re: [Elecraft] OT: 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 power outlets

2017-06-27 Thread Craig LaBarge
he case at HF. Hope this helps. 73, Craig WB3GCK http://wb3gck.craiglabarge.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] List overload - It's actually not good for Elecraft's business.

2017-05-28 Thread Bert Craig
I agree 100%! It's really a form of bullying censorship. Learn how to set up rules in your e-mail client. Failing that, use the 'Del' key. Geez! Imagine coming across a QSO ota that we don't want to participate in. Rather than QSY, we ask the active participants to cease their QSO. Ick! 73 de

Re: [Elecraft] Taking KX3 on Airlines -Any issues/hassles with TSA/etc there days - with Bio-Engg 12V 7Ah Lithium Battery as Carry On Luggage

2017-05-14 Thread Craig Buck
I took a KX3, coax and coil of wire in carryon through Reagan to JFK and to Israel on El AL. That is the toughest security route in the world. No one said a thing or asked about it. Brought it back in checked and Xrayed luggage. Again not a peep. I was prepared with a copy of an ad showing wha

Re: [Elecraft] A little theory

2017-04-16 Thread Craig Smith
of chalk hitting blackboard. That “leading edge”, the audible signal that something important may follow, is an “attention getter” that physicists and mathematicians will always be attuned to. It can be heard about 2 minutes into your clip. Thank You! 73 Craig AC0DS Craig

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 mobile?

2017-04-14 Thread Bert Craig
Yaesu FT-891 w/ HLA 305V @ approx. 200 W. http://www.rmitaly.com/index.php/en/news/92-news/19487-arrl-review-rm-italy-hla-305v-plus Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Mike Smith VE9AA To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Fri, 14 Apr 2017 12:00 Subject

Re: [Elecraft] Amber display for the K2?

2017-04-04 Thread Bert Craig
My K2/100 display is green, much more pleasing to the eye and easier to look at for longer periods of time. I'd love to see the option of a green display offered for the K3s. As always, take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: "Charlie

Re: [Elecraft] Dimmable LED desk lamp for operating position recommendation needed

2017-01-06 Thread Craig Smith
if you don’t end up liking it. 73 CraigAC0DS __ 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: ht

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Customer Service

2016-12-25 Thread Craig Smith
occasion when I get that notice when I know I haven’t ordered anything lately. 73 & Happy Holidays … CraigAC0DS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elec

[Elecraft] FS: K3 - 100F Loaded

2016-12-08 Thread Craig Smith
Elecraft Service Report. PR6/10 Preamp CNC73 VFO A and VFO B knobs included Will ship CONUS insured. $2,095. Please leave your phone number for me to contact you - Craig W6WL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Microphone

2016-10-13 Thread Bert Craig
My vote is for the EV RE320. It's more than adequate with my K2/100. Take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Bill DeVore To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thu, 13 Oct 2016 14:37 Subject: [Elecraft] Microphone I just completed assembl

Re: [Elecraft] K2 mic suggestions

2016-09-06 Thread Bert Craig
Search eBay for a NOS Turner JM+2/U hand mic. Do not adjust it to obnoxious levels and it will sound absolutely wonderful. If the possibility of an old curmudgeon or two taunting you over using a "CB" mic is of concern, tell them you're using an Icom HM-36 and have a private laugh at their expense

[Elecraft] FS : P3 Sold

2016-08-30 Thread Craig Smith
Thank you for the response W6WL __ 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.net Please h

[Elecraft] FS P3 w/ SVGA and TX Mon Board

2016-08-29 Thread Craig Smith
I am the original owner, non -smoker. Excellent condition with manual. $650 obo. Contact me at w...@arrl.net __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mai

Re: [Elecraft] Sloping Terrain vs Feedline Losses

2016-07-12 Thread Craig Smith
Craig AC0DS __ 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.net Please help support this

Re: [Elecraft] K8ZOA SK and Clifton Laboratories

2016-06-27 Thread Craig Smith
terms of documentation and user support. When I was active in CW contesting he was kind enough to lend me some prototype equipment for evaluation. The ham community is much the poorer for his loss. 73 Craig AC0DS __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K2s

2016-06-24 Thread Bert Craig
There are some who have stated that they prefer the "sound" of the K2's receive over the K3. Subjective? Sure, but the endorsement stands nonetheless. I too absolutely love my K1 & K2/100. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Robin Bayer To: elecr

Re: [Elecraft] PL-259 connectors

2016-05-19 Thread Bert Craig
I used Amphenol exclusively until they moved their manufacturing from the USA to Mexico. Now the 83-1SP is no longer stamped, (Engraved.) its printed. (Ink?) Same quality? It could be, but it doesn't appear to be. (Cheaper phenolic/Teflon?) I have a sizeable stash of USA-made Amphenol and J&I (N

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood's receiver performance table updated

2016-04-27 Thread Bert Craig
Why can't we let the folks who are engaged in the discussion, as well as those who find it not only interesting, but very relevant to Elecraft, enjoy the discussion. That's precisely what the delete key is for. Imagine coming across a roundtable QSO and asking the participants to cease their d

Re: [Elecraft] K3S audio board for K3 upgrade?

2016-03-21 Thread Bert Craig
Soundly seconded! I love the amazingly quiet noise floor and the K2's ability to dig out the weak signals. It's a very pleasant rig to listen to. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: lstavenhagen To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Mon, 21 Mar 2016

Re: [Elecraft] 10 meters is wide open right now

2016-03-04 Thread Bert Craig
Oops, that should've read 28.3850 MHz. (My fingers send CW better than I type, hihi.) As always, take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Bert Craig To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Fri, 04 Mar 2016 17:57 Subject: Re: [Elecraf

Re: [Elecraft] 10 meters is wide open right now

2016-03-04 Thread Bert Craig
The Long Island Ragchew Net is perpetually running on 28.3750 MHz. All are welcome. Sent from my android device. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Balun suggestions

2016-02-04 Thread Bert Craig
I have to firmly vouch for Balun Concepts. Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Jim Allen To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thu, 04 Feb 2016 15:55 Subject: [Elecraft] Balun suggestions K2/100 and KAT100 here. I am changing around my modest antenna configuration now.

Re: [Elecraft] Filtering RFI from LED & flouresence Dimmer Switches

2016-01-26 Thread Craig Smith
;>) 73 Craig AC0DS __ 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.net Please help supp

Re: [Elecraft] Filtering RFI from LED & flouresence Dimmer Switches

2016-01-26 Thread Craig Smith
recommendation was there, and he said he didn’t know why LEDs couldn’t be used. But, as your experience shows, it appears that it can indeed be a problem. Probably the close proximity of the opener receiver to the poorly filtered (for some bulbs) switch-mode converters in the bulbs. 73 Craig AC0DS

[Elecraft] Nine month rested 2014 K3 now only shows a blank orange screen P3 will not activate.

2015-12-12 Thread Craig Wissman
in manuals. Bummer. Open to suggestions to get it back. All I see is the orange screen with no data. Craig WF6Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Advice on First HF Antenna

2015-12-07 Thread CRAIG SCHROEDER
south. I'm located almost right in the center of the United States. Performance is the driving factor, but I world like to stay under $500 for the antenna itself. BTW, I ordered my KX3 with the internal antenna tuner and roofing filters. Thank you, Craig > On Dec 7, 2015, at 4:24 PM

[Elecraft] Advice on First HF Antenna

2015-12-07 Thread CRAIG SCHROEDER
k you, Craig KD0TXL __ 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.net Please help support

Re: [Elecraft] K3 to IC-7800 Comparison?

2015-09-15 Thread Bert Craig
Wayne and/or Eric, Please do NOT shut this thread down. There is so much useful and interesting information being shared. Please let the censorship curmudgeons utilize the Del key. Thank you. Take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. _

Re: [Elecraft] FW: K2 Options

2015-09-07 Thread Bert Craig
Although the K3 has better specs than the venerable K2, I have read that, particularly for CW, the K2's receiver is more pleasurable to "listen to." The KAF2 was specifically mentioned. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. ___

Re: [Elecraft] MH2 question

2015-07-10 Thread Bert Craig
Wow, bingo! Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Al Lorona To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net" Sent: Thu, 09 Jul 2015 23:08 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] MH2 question The best and easiest fix for "bad K3 audio" is to simply tell the other ham you're using a

Re: [Elecraft] LED Lamps and HF RFI?

2015-05-11 Thread Craig Smith
27;t the case as the energy savings with LED are significant. Perhaps in 10 years it won't be a concern. But right now I would be cautious and have a "plan B" for lighting when operating. 73 CraigAC0DS On 11, May2015, at 8:13 PM, Dauer, Edward wrote: > Had an ele

Re: [Elecraft] Subject: Computers In The Shack

2015-03-11 Thread Bert Craig
Pity this thread will be shut down, it has the makings of such an interesting topic and since most of us interface our PC's to Elecraft rigs, it's quite relevant. Here goes nothing. Lenovo ThinkPad W520, i7-2820QM CPU, 16GB 1600MHz Kingston HyperX RAM, and a Samsung 830 256GB SSD running Win 7 Pr

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 powercycling at higher wattages into KPA500

2015-01-28 Thread Craig Buck via Elecraft
I suspect voltage sag off the 120v line. Lights flickering is a symptom. The specs call for 1000VA in and that translates to about 8 amps at 120v. The specified fuse is 12 amps so peaks may be higher. Add everything else in and consider you may have a 15 amp line with a long way back to th

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Changes at WWV, WWVB

2014-11-28 Thread Craig Smith
ings time and back takes some of them a few days to accomplish, with some of them switching back and forth from day to day before finally getting it right. Don't think that signal strength is the problem. As someone else noted, it sure would be good to know which manufacturers use

[Elecraft] PX3 -- Can JT-65 Monitoring be Added

2014-11-21 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
isual via the PX3? Thanks for all the great work Elecraft does for us -- it certainly shows in the fine, innovative products you produce. 72/73, Craig W. Behrens--NM4TK1, K2, K3, P3 Owner/Builder

Re: [Elecraft] very small 20A switching PS

2014-09-21 Thread Craig Smith
I also had very good results with the Gamma with my K3. In CW mode, it will support an output power of about 75W. More on SSB I would guess. 73 Craig AC0DS __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] Internal Impedance of Li-Ion Battery Packs

2014-08-04 Thread Craig Smith
. But using two does offer redundancy in the event of a battery failure. Also, dividing the weight into two chunks may be advantageous for the folks who are humping them up the mountain. 73 Craig AC0DS On 4, Aug2014, at 10:01 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > On 8/4/2014 7:54 AM, Bob N3MNT wr

[Elecraft] Best Way to Make a 1/4-Wave Reference Wire?

2014-07-26 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
d be made of 6-inch diameter aluminum tubing (not likely in the field), insulated or non-insulated wire of any size, or whatever. I'm also curious about and I to be able to see what the differences are in the lengths of antennas based on what materials of different types and sizes that I use.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 "Full" SDR

2013-12-31 Thread Craig Schroeder
Pros/Cons of either approach? Perhaps I should add that I'm primarily interested in DX'ing. The portability of the KX3 is a real bonus, but a secondary consideration. I plan to use the radio I purchase as my primary rig. Thank you, Craig KD0TXL On Dec 31, 2013, at 9:23 AM, Mat

[Elecraft] KX3 "Full" SDR

2013-12-31 Thread Craig Schroeder
he KX3 over the Flex software-only interface. Thank you, Craig Schroeder KD0TXL __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Mail

2013-12-17 Thread Bert Craig
Hi Gavin, Look for rules or message rules in your mail client, i.e. Outlook, Thunderbird, Gmail, MailDroid, etc., and create/apply a rule automatically deleting any messages with those keywords in the subject line and or from specified senders... & "viola!" Hope that helps. Take care es... V

[Elecraft] 'Ruggedizing' K2?

2013-12-11 Thread Craig Wadsworth
her than a padded hard case and maybe big caps over front and back panels, what has already been tried? 73 de w9ctw Craig Wadsworth __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Diversity antenna experiences?

2013-12-08 Thread Craig Smith
the two antennas need to be spaced a fair distance apart in terms of wavelength. I certainly didn't have that here (K9AY and inverted L only about 60 feet apart). Even with your one acre, you might not have enough separation, depending on your layout. 73

Re: [Elecraft] PC laptop for K3/KX3 digital modes

2013-11-20 Thread Bert Craig
I am partial to IBM/Lenovo Thinkpads. My W520 soldiers on tirelessly and has provided sterling performance. Take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailma

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft] FW: Proper installation of PL 259's

2013-11-13 Thread Bert Craig
No need to be sorry, Eric. This was an EXTREMELY interesting and informative thread. The sheer number of responses is a testament to that. Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wed,

Re: [Elecraft] K2/K3/KX3/P3 Android Phone Apps

2013-09-28 Thread Bert Craig
Hi Mike, Tnx for the nifty apps. Just purchased the K2 Micro Manual. Always happy to help support a fellow ARO. Take care es... Vy 73 de Bert WA2SI Sent from my android device. -Original Message- From: Michael Downs To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net Reflector" Sent: Sat, 28 Sep 2013

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] - PAR HF OMNI ANGLE

2013-09-26 Thread Craig Smith
direction can be either an advantage or disadvantage. 73 Craig AC0DS Craig Smith 1009 Alder Way Longmont, CO 80503 cr...@powersmith.net 303-834-7712  On 26, Sep2013, at 10:33 AM, Vic K2VCO wrote: > How high was the 44' doublet? > > How was it oriented compar

Re: [Elecraft] RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital Modes with KX3?

2013-09-18 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
he St. Lucia trip in December. Thanks again -- ya'll are awesome! 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens -- NM4T Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 07:33:40 -0700 From: k8...@yahoo.com Subject: RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital Modes with KX3? To: craig...@msn.com For a different approach, this maybe somethi

Re: [Elecraft] [QRP-L] RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital Modes with KX3?

2013-09-17 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
I really needed to know that -- thanks again, Don! 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens -- NM4T Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 11:02:57 -0400 From: w3...@embarqmail.com To: craig...@msn.com CC: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; qr...@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [QRP-L] RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital M

Re: [Elecraft] [QRP-L] RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital Modes with KX3?

2013-09-17 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
not have to use an external port expander unit to accommodate more cables, etc. So far--it sounds as if I can get there OK with this path. Thanks again. 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens -- NM4T > Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 10:17:50 -0400 > From: w3...@embarqmail.com > To: craig...@msn

[Elecraft] RIGblaster Advantage for Serious Digital Modes with KX3?

2013-09-17 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
ience in this area that could help me pull such a system (or similar approach) together? 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens -- NM4T __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

[Elecraft] Best SDR Software on Mac with KX3

2013-09-16 Thread Craig Schroeder
Hi, I'm interested in using my MacBook Air with the KX3. Any advice on the best SDR software to use? Thank you, Craig KD0TXL __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qt

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] W4A - Alabama SOTA Association

2013-09-09 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
Just le tme know when you're in town, Bill, and we'll get a few of us together for a SOTA outing ;-) 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens -- NM4T"The Huntsville QRP Guy" > From: billge...@embarqmail.com > Date: Mon, 9 Sep 2013 10:27:10 -0500 > To: k...@yahoogroups.com

Re: [Elecraft] 43' Vertical

2013-09-04 Thread Bert Craig
Eric, please don't shut this thread down. I have gleaned so much useful information and personal opinions re. this K3/43 ft. vertical antenna combination. I'm pretty confident that there are others who feel similarly. I'm not really sure how "noise ratio" or SNR truly pertains to a reflector

[Elecraft] Huntsville Hamfest Forum Details Now Online

2013-08-08 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
Monte Sano is not listed there and we were not able to get this into the QRP ARCI website this year. So please email me direct if you need this information too. Thanks. 72/73 & DX, Craig W. Behrens --

[Elecraft] Huntsville Hamfest--TDiH Monte Sano BBQ & Buildathon

2013-08-06 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
attendees. Per TDiH tradition, we will also have some unannounced surprises as well as name drawing for door prizes at each of the forums and at the Cabin. 72,Craig—NM4T __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] TDiH Monte Sano QRP Events

2013-08-06 Thread CRAIG W BEHRENS
not exceed a total of 30 attendees. 72, Craig—NM4T __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Craig Taylor don't open I was hacked

2013-06-17 Thread Craig Taylor
Don't open this I think I was hacked with the other email Sent from my iPod On Jun 16, 2013, at 10:02 PM, Craig Taylor wrote: > How are you? > http://www.weebeez.com/txjggzo/dd/f/xrh/ul/dp.html > > >

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