[Elecraft] Final round of module orders?

2021-11-04 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
When I ordered the SYN board, I was told "some time around the end of Sept" - from Support, not Maddie. Well, at least now I can feel like I ordered a K4 cuz I'm waiting too. de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] loss of receive audio on K3

2021-11-01 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
I had the strangest thing happenyesterday (K3, 1st prod run). All of a sudden, I lost all audio output (headphones). I pull the headphones, but same thing on the internal spkr. Radio was tuning, receiving (per P3) and transmitting, but zero AF output. After 15 seconds of wonder, I turned the

Re: [Elecraft] [Elecraft-K4] loop antenna question

2021-10-23 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Just checked out your QTH. You have LOTS of room for more efficient antennas than that baby loop...for way less too. Hey...you could even put a vertical on your truck and use that (nice truck!). They can't get you for an antenna on your vehicle. You have trees, you have gutters, you have

[Elecraft] K3/10 sold

2021-07-22 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Thanks guys. de Doug KR2Q __ 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

[Elecraft] K3/10 for sale

2021-07-19 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
*K3/10 for sale* This is a nearly stock original K3 -10 watt version- with just one extra installed. 100 percent working. No dings, no scratches, no upgrades, no failures. Includes Elecraft original box. I am the original owner - Doug, KR2Q. SN 822. Always non-smoking, indoor heated and Air

[Elecraft] K3(s) set mode across all bands. FLASH BACK from my post in 2008 (KR2Q)

2020-12-29 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Just FYI... http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2008-March/084937.html de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] K4: how does the Power Out adjustment + tracking function?

2020-12-23 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Is it like the K3 where you can adjust it in 1 watt steps down to (say) 10 watts and then it adjusts in 0.1 watt steps? de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] P3 question

2020-12-18 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Thanks Alan and all of the others who replied privately! Great response in no time flat. de Doug KR2Q On Fri, Dec 18, 2020 at 11:51 PM Alan Bloom wrote: > 480 x 272 > > On 12/18/2020 6:56 PM, Douglas Zwiebel wrote: > > Anyone know what the screen resolution is? > > > &

[Elecraft] P3 question

2020-12-18 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Anyone know what the screen resolution is? Thanks de Doug KR2Q __ 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

[Elecraft] Locking VFO B

2020-12-14 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
I just swap VFO A/B so the "VFO B" frequence show "on top" (one quick press of the A/B button). Then, I give a long press on the RATE button (says "LOCK" below the word RATE). Then I do A/B swap again. Now I can tune VFO but VFO B is locked. No? de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] K3 shortened dits - you can remedy this under N1MM+

2020-12-06 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
In N1MM+ Go to Configurer Select WINKEY tab Change value in the Keying Compensation window to 6 Magic de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] That's a whole lotta buttons and knobs!

2020-07-31 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
http://www.cqdx.ru/ham/new-equipment/kenwood-st-995sdr/ de Doug KR2Q __ 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] New CW audio recording: K3 vs. K4D (E.H. Russell)

2020-06-27 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
1. Nice job by 2RF. 2. Instant reply calling his approach smoke signals 3. 2RF sez "nope" 4. Elecraft effectively sez: 2RF post is NOT fake news and cites some possible issues. Good for Elecraft (as usual). Vetting on a pre-reflector posting basis is a GREAT idea. We are all anxious to

[Elecraft] N6TV recording K4 K3

2020-06-25 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Thanks to TV for doing these. I really think that while well intentioned, these recordings are "not much" in terms of comparing the two radios (or even just the K4 alone), unless you're an operator who is concerned about exactly the conditions (parameters) which are being used for the recordings.

[Elecraft] OT: SIGNAL LINK & Windows 10 audio output

2019-12-15 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Try these too: https://ccm.net/faq/43906-turn-off-system-sounds-in-windows-10 https://www.simplehelp.net/2018/03/19/how-to-disable-the-windows-10-system-sounds/ I also have a Signal Link, a K3 and Win10 and that is what I did (turned off system sounds). de Doug KR2Q

Re: [Elecraft] Reaching across the chronological divide

2019-12-14 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
I was caught off guard by Wayne's post. What was he trying to say? Was he trying to say why the K3 is going away and now we have the K4's? Maybe. It's prettier and more likely to attract the younger crowd based on looks? Could be, but that price? Nope. I got interested in ham radio when a

[Elecraft] Fix Printer Windows 10...FYI

2019-10-05 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2019/10/03/microsoft-windows-10-warning-printer-updates-upgrade-windows-10/ Enjoy de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K3/K2: cumulative HF xcvr review from eHam

2013-12-25 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Hope this prints OK. While doodling around today, I thought to take a look at the eHam.net product reviews. Somewhat difficult to make a lot of sense from it, so I thought I'd import it into Excel. I've limited the list below to those rigs with 100 or more reviews. The sort is by average

Re: [Elecraft] K3/K2: cumulative HF xcvr review from eHam

2013-12-25 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Jim, K9YC sed: [snip] I wouldn't put too much credence in a sort like this -- ratings like this are highly subjective [end snip] Which is exactly why I limited the list to 100 or more reviews. I figure that folks who buy, or might buy, a K3 or K2 (or any other rig), are probably as subjective

[Elecraft] CQ KX3 in NNJ (to look at)

2013-12-22 Thread Douglas Zwiebel
Hi, I'm in Randolph, NJ (Morris Co) and wonder if there are any KX3 owners who would be willing to allow me to stop by and see your KX3 hands on. thanks de Doug KR2Q my email address is good at qrz.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] KX3: COR

2012-03-07 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Wayne said - a built-in carrier-operated relay (I've transmitted at 10 watts into the KX3 without damaging it) Which begs the question (at least for me). Was this intentional or an ooops? :-) de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list

[Elecraft] K3 feature request - auto-changing tuning rate

2012-03-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I'd never use it, but if it can be added and menu selectable (on/off), what the heck...no skin off my back. What I do, if want to make a big frequency excursion on the same band/mode is simply use the keypad to enter the frequency in the range I want to target. But honestly, since I mostly use

[Elecraft] time for KPA1500 - but why no tubes?

2012-02-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
RE: memo below. Excuse me, but there were (are?) lots of no tune rigs that use tubes. I used one (an Alpha 78) over 25 years ago. Of course, since then, I've been a QRPer, so moot point for me. de Doug KR2Q Yes, it *has* to be solid state. It would be complete insanity for Elecraft Agreed -

[Elecraft] K3 - remote (revenue opportunity?)

2012-01-16 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Gosh...so many guys in various markets want access to a remote station! Wonder if I could sell access time? I have a pretty nice station setup in NJ and I'm only QRV during some contests (just the big ones). Otherwise, the rigs/station sits idle. When I was in H.S. (don't ask), we used to pay

[Elecraft] K3: Real world use of 1.8 filter

2012-01-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
My 2 cents: For rag chewing the stock wide filter is fine. In fact, I still use the stock SSB filter in both of my K3s and I am a pretty serious contester (nobody holds more current CQWW USA contest records than I do). Remember that a roofing filter is NOT what determines your final IF

[Elecraft] K3: Real world use of 1.8 filter (oops)

2012-01-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I would like to change one word in the following paragraph. In the last sentence, If the SSB band... change the word If to Unless Sorry about that. de Doug KR2Q I have to wonder out loud how many guys are feeling the DSP filter width impact when they go from their 2.7 to 2.1 to 1.8 on SSB

[Elecraft] K3: use of 1.8 filter - clarification

2012-01-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I've received emails replies (direct and otherwise) that, for me, indicate that I should elaborate/clarify what I am referring to. Let's assume that you have a 2.7 and 2.1 roofing filter. If you set up your narrower SSB filter according the the manual, which is what the majority of K3 ops do, as

[Elecraft] K3: use of 1.8 filter - clarification

2012-01-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
IMHO, there are few folks in the contest world that are better technically than Bill (W4ZV), so I would suggest that everyone take his comments very seriously. Bill...I do have a question or two, with respect to your statement below. 1. Just how often do you find that you run into a situation

[Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 (comparing apples+oranges)

2011-12-30 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Let me start off by stating that I own a K2, a pair of K3's and a P3. I also own an FT817. 1. Yes, the KX3 is way better in terms of rx specs and some options 2. The FT817 ain't bad either, especially factoring in price (well, my price) These are really two very different radios.

[Elecraft] small arrow on P3

2011-12-28 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
That tells you in what direction your other VFO is set to...and that is is off scale for what you currently have displayed. To prove it to yourself, push the AB button so that both VFO's are on the same frequency. The arrow should go away. Now turn the knob on VFO B until the marker goes off

[Elecraft] Order page LINKING broken

2011-12-28 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Don't look now, but the order page http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_prod_list.htm  link for the KPA500 now brings you to the KX3 info section. I know you guys want to push the KX3, but I'm sure you'd be happy to maintain some KPA500 sales too.  :-) The KX3 and K3 links still work correctly.

[Elecraft] KX3/P3 - clueless in NJ

2011-12-18 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Please explain why someone would want to use a P3 with a trail radio, which runs off of batteries? Doesn't dragging a P3 along sort of defeat the idea of ultra-portability for operation from the field? Help me to better understand. Thanks, de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] svga big size!

2011-12-15 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I trust that the K4 will have the same form factor as this display and that the K4 VFO knob will be the same diameter as base of the stand for the monitor. Ought to make a lot of guys happy. But personally, I like the size of the P3, thanks. ;-) de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] K3: heading to the Maldives (echo from contest reflector)

2011-11-17 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] K3: heading to the Maldives (echo from Contest Reflector)

2011-11-17 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] Overtighted Case Screw Removal?

2011-11-13 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I recently upgraded my first run K3 and SN 822. 822 was fine, but with #295, I had the same thing as you describe..several times. I sure did not tighten them that much when I put it together! Besides what Bill has contributed to your issue, I had to leave the 2D in place and manage to remove

[Elecraft] K3 DKV silly question

2011-10-31 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
the newer versions of N1MM do not work with the ESC key. remap one of the unused F keys (say F12), like this F12 ESC, {CAT1ASC RX;} this forces the K3 into receive. I used it over the weekend..works great (until I lost power at 2220z Saturday...still no power...I'm currently living in a motel)

[Elecraft] Fwd: K3 DKV silly question

2011-10-31 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
-- Forwarded message -- From: DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL doug...@gmail.com Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2011 at 12:33 PM Subject: K3 DKV silly question To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net the newer versions of N1MM do not work with the ESC key. remap one of the unused F keys (say F12

[Elecraft] KX3 vs FT817 - how do the inside dimensions compare?

2011-10-22 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
No, not physical dimensions, but RX specs. You show us what the 817 looks like here (in the big table...just scroll down a little to see the table and then to near the bottom for the 817):  http://www.elecraft.com/K2_perf.htm I know the KX3 isn't finalized but it must be pretty close...it's

[Elecraft] P3 as a TDR

2011-10-21 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
For those of us unlucky enough to have many runs of coax, each of considerable length, often going through switch boxes, having a TDR would be heaven in helping search out issues on the line. Seems like a stretch to make a P3 into a TDR, but hey, I work in healthcare, not ee, so what do I know?

[Elecraft] KX3 dimensions?

2011-10-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Surprised to see Wayne say that the KX3 is smaller than the FT817 (I own the latter). So I got out my ruler. H. Looking at the photos of the KX3 and then reading the stated dimensions: 3.4 x 7.4 x 1.7 - I have to wonder if those are the dimensions of the box, but no counting any knobs or

[Elecraft] Question about P3

2011-09-17 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have just ordered a P3 to go with my first run K3 (sn 300). I am wondering if the P3 comes with the K3 I/O Output Buffer Mod Kit for the K3 to enhance the IF output from the K3 (a single resistor that goes inside the K3)? I have asked several guys a know, but the common answer so far is, I

[Elecraft] K3: Contesters using N1MM voice keyer versus K3DVK

2011-09-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Hi... I am a fossil using CT on DOS.  I am now upgrading and am wondering about using the N1MM DVK option versus or in conjunction with the K3DVK (which I do not yet own). I suggest that you reply off-reflector; that is, directly to me, but clearly, your choice. 1.  If you utilize the DVK in

[Elecraft] using P3 and Skimmer

2011-08-28 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have noted on the P3 panadapter page from Elecraft, that one of the features or uses is cited as http://www.elecraft.com/P3/p3.htm (bullet #11) Buffered IF output to drive other equipment (CW Skimmer etc.) Can anyone describe for me just how this is specifically accomplished for use with

[Elecraft] OT: Soldering Practice THANK YOU TO ALL

2011-06-07 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Wow...I can't believe the numbers of responses I received with so many really great suggestion! What a GREAT group! Thanks to everyone who replied!! de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] OT: soldering practice

2011-06-05 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Hi everyone, 1. Please reply off-list 2. I want to teach my daughter how to solder leaded components onto a circuit board (to start). 3. Where can I get a cheap (really cheap?) source of boards to play on. Obviously, they do not need to work, can be broken, etc. Thanks, Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] OT: LDE defined

2011-01-07 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
What is being described does not sound like the classic definition of an LDE. Google it and you find that many define LDE as a delay of at least 2 seconds (not milliseconds). Millisecond delays sounds, to me, like hearing your own Long Path signal or something else not well definedbut not

[Elecraft] OT: Annual New Year's Day INRAD filter sale

2010-12-31 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have no affiliation with INRAD, but I have purchased from them before (on Jan 1, of course). ONE DAY ONLY (Jan 1, W6 time) http://www.inrad.net/inrad.php?mode=announce Enjoy! de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] OT: 10 watts in, 400 watts out amp

2010-12-22 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Someone said they weren't aware of any amps that do 5 in 100 out. How about 10 in and 400 out? No, not FCC type accepted, but it's available. I'm sure there are others. http://www.thp.co.jp/english/hl_700b_e.html de Doug KR2Q __

[Elecraft] OT: found one: 5 in 100 out

2010-12-22 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] OT: modifying your amp for lower drive requirement

2010-12-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Almost 30 years ago now, before I was 99.% a QRPer, I had an Alpha 76CA (3 tubes).  It had a giant swamping pad on the input (I still have it - the swamping pad, that is).  Just take it out and like magic, you could drive the amp with QRP.  My intention was never to exceed legal limit, just to

[Elecraft] K3 FTDX5000 you tube

2010-11-21 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
If this is a duplicate listing...sorry. I really don't care about an audio comparison on just one signal on a quiet band, but wow...look at the size difference! I guess guys like driving an 18 wheeler, but I'll stick with the K3 any day of the week. YMMV

[Elecraft] K3: USB port - give the guy a BREAK!

2010-11-19 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have to object to the course that this thread instantly turned to. K2QI's very reasonable post reads (edited) [snip] Quoting Wayne: The KIO3's digital I/O module could be replaced with one that has USB rather than RS232 -- or better yet, both. We planned for this. Quoting K2QI Just wanted to

[Elecraft] QRP contest calendar, minor correction for CQWW

2010-11-11 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
From the N2CQ posting CQ World Wide DX Contest (CW) ... QRP Category! Nov 27, z to Nov 28, 2359z Rules: http://www.cqww.com/rules/CQWW-Rules-2010.pdf Please keep in mind that there are LOTS of QRP categories now (with certificate recognition)... QRP Assisted all band QRP Assisted,

[Elecraft] minor enhancement - N2CQ QRP Contest Calendar: Nov 3 - Dec 5, 2010

2010-11-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
For the CQWW CW contest, there are now 2 QRP categories... One as usual and a new one for QRP-assisted (those using spotting networks such as packet or DX cluster)you now have increased opportunity to win an award! de Doug KR2Q CQWW Contest Committee

[Elecraft] N2CQ QRP QRP Contest Calendar: Nov 3 - Dec 5, 2010 - minor enhancement

2010-11-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
For the CQWW CW contest, there are now 2 QRP categories... One as usual and a new one for QRP-assisted (those using spotting networks such as packet or DX cluster)you now have increased opportunity to win an award! de Doug KR2Q CQWW Contest Committee

[Elecraft] APF comment by Don

2010-10-26 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Don said: but in these days of transceivers, I think we have lost that ability KR2Q sez: Not if they bother to use the CWT tool ! :-) The huge problem with the K3 isyou have to actually know how to use the great tools it affords you with (in case you can't tell, that is sarcasm). I always

[Elecraft] FSK power

2010-09-24 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I really thought that someone else would have picked up on this, but since I haven't seen it yet, here goes. One post indicated that moving from 50 to 100 watts was doesn't matter but that going from 500 to 1kw, well, OK. Hey, both are 3db and the relative change in power for either will be

[Elecraft] K3 CW keyer issues

2010-09-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I agree with the comment about Iambic A vs B option. I really couldn't stand the keyer (at first) until I swapped from A to B (or was it from B to A?). Now, smooth as silk and nothing is every missed. Of course, that was years ago now (one of my K3s is first run). For those of you who don't

[Elecraft] OT: fixing antennas

2010-09-16 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] OT: antenna work (try this URL) - hurry they are taking them down quickly

2010-09-16 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] KPA500 thread...waiting for the END OF THREAD announcement

2010-09-09 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Far too many posts, most of which add little beyond opinion. __ 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

[Elecraft] OT: world's newest stealth antenna (??) - not a joke

2010-09-08 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Amazing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tIZUhu21sQ I have nothing to do with product...just amazed and thought I would share. de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Price changes 9/14

2010-09-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
What a pessimist. Maybe the price change will result in a lowering of prices. After the initial rush of gotta have it, remember elasticity of demand! de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3: Stupid Fat Fingers

2010-08-24 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I don't have fat fingers, so no comment on that. But the best way to know for sure is to try one out. I'm sure there is a K3 somewhere within easy driving distance from you. Just ask around (here)! de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] K3 : SSB modulation

2010-08-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
From one contester to another It is my experience that it takes more set up to get your transmitted audio to sound more like the Kenwood of old (nothing ever came close to the Signal/One transmitted audio). I got on a dead band with a local who has known me for decades and we played with the

[Elecraft] OT: the gods must be crazy

2010-08-20 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
1. When I was a kid (a long time ago), TenTec was known as the CW man's radio. 2. As tubes faded away, the lament often heard was real radios glow in the dark. Well, check out tentec.com 1. They now say, The SSB Company 2. You won't believe their approach to glow in the dark radios.

[Elecraft] [K3] K3 IF out without KXV3?

2010-08-18 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Yes...a very L O N G time ago. :-) http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2008-August/094777.html I also some other input that you may be interested in, but it is an attachment, so I'll send it to you directly. de Doug KR2Q __

[Elecraft] [K3] K3 IF out without KXV3?

2010-08-18 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Also see http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2008-August/094789.html I'm sure the price has changed. :-) de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] P3: better marksman

2010-08-11 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
It is really not fair to compare oneself to Bill (W4ZV).  He is really good at, well, everything. I sent him a geography quiz once, and he blew it away.  Then there was the how much audio delta can you discern and I think he had some crazy results, like 4hz.  Not to mention the first Novice Class

[Elecraft] OT: QRZ.com working fine here (1544z)

2010-08-05 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] K3: KPA3 100w amp

2010-08-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Other than the price, have there been any changes to the KPA3 module (and associated parts/fans) since it was first introduced? de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K4 and KX2

2010-07-22 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Wayne and Eric I'd like to send in my deposits NOW so I can then have the right to complain about how long delivery is taking. Where do I send my check? de Doug KR2Q tongue firmly in cheek __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] K3: what do contesters think?

2010-07-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Actions speak louder than words. Not bad for the new kid on the block Here are the results (and rigs) for the just completed World Radio Team Championship help in Russia (concurrent with IARU contest). Talk about popular! http://www.wrtc2010.ru/?id=75 de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] rather provocative advert from Kenwood

2010-07-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0Bw6A6YLa6L3rZjhjNWRiMGUtODZiMi00OWM3LTljYmItNWM3ODY2YWU0YjVihl=enauthkey=CLe25YAE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

[Elecraft] Provocative link not working

2010-07-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have this link set up so anyone with the link can view it, but it is apparently NOT working that waysorry. Anyone have a space to host this small pdf file? I email it to you. Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Provocative Kenwood Advert working link here

2010-07-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Thanks to Lew K6LMP for posting this. Once you get there, double click the icon. http://public.me.com/lewphelps de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] what was so provocative? - The Answer

2010-07-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
The top banner of the ad reads: Still using that K3? You may just want to stick it on e-bay That is what I found to be rather provocative (lots of brass)both in actually citing the model number of their target and THEN saying to put it up for sale. I feel that provocative is the correct

[Elecraft] OT: FCC seeks comments on blanket amateur radio waiver for disaster drills

2010-03-04 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-10-365A1.pdf The Federal Communications Commission is accepting comments through April 2 on an AHA request for a blanket waiver to permit hospitals seeking accreditation from The Joint Commission to use amateur radio operators who are hospital

[Elecraft] K3: enhancement request

2010-02-03 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
OK...I have not shared any ideas...until now. I want this! No, this is not a joke, so please review. Just imagine the possibilities! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67Gl1DnMVco http://www.designfax.net/enews/20100202/feature-6.asp I have no vested interest. de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] K3 vers K2 questions that I keep seeimg

2010-01-17 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Is it worth it can be answered from at least two different approaches: 1. Are you interested in PERFORMANCE and if so, to what degree. Your answer depends on what type of operating you do. Do you do a lot of contesting? Are you a serious DXer? Do you work DX on Top Band? Do you operate

[Elecraft] monitor delay

2010-01-15 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Lyle said: ...Most people do not notice... Maybe most people simply don't complain? I have lots of friends with K3s (I mean LOTS) and I am not aware of even one who does NOT notice the delay. Of course, all my friends are contesters, so maybe we are a picky group. :-) I found it better to do

[Elecraft] OT: hats=Elecraft, K1, K2, K3, KX...THE SOLUTION

2010-01-15 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
check this out. This op clearly is proud of their 160m SSB qrg operation. With this approach, you can customize any way you like http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/4581944/BrownieGirlScout1.07-main_Full.jpg tic de Doug KR2Q

[Elecraft] OT: Yamaha 'phones specs: has the world gone mad?

2010-01-11 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
After all of the discussion on here about WHY some guys might perceive noise where others do not, why are 'phones with these specs even being considered for a K3 (unless your own hearing cuts off at 4kc). Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz Microphone Type Dynamic Mic Frequency Response

[Elecraft] OT: Reflector

2010-01-09 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
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[Elecraft] K3: do I need the KXV3 to get IF out? NO!!!

2010-01-09 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I asked this a long time ago. Check this out (one of MANY replies I got). http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2008-August/094783.html Keep in mind the buffering which may be required. de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] three recordings - say what?

2010-01-07 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Excuse me, but are all of you guys listening to NOISE ONLY? I mean...noise WITHOUT a signal? What good is that? Sorry, but I never listen to noise on purpose. I cannot see any practical value in such a test. de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3: DSP rev D - now I get it

2010-01-02 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
One of the posts that I found confusing and prompted a reply from me was from Eric: http://mailman.qth.net/pipermail/elecraft/2009-December/122284.html Specifically, the 2nd sentence. BUT NOW I've finally put it all together (Okay, maybe I'm a bit slow). If you are

[Elecraft] K3: honest question re Audio Peak Filter

2009-12-31 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
RE: Audio Peak Filter requests A number of folks have asked for this, including some who have not commented here. Many of these guys obviously used a audio peak filter before, found it useful, and now miss it. As before, I have no issues with any requests, as long as they are user-selectable as

[Elecraft] K3 DIY DSP Rev D - please elaborate

2009-12-31 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
OK...so besides the LPF, what else is different on the DSP D board? I don't think I've seen any elaboration anywhere. thanks, de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K3: LPF, bass audio, new DSP board: Stirring the pot?

2009-12-28 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have to admit, I just have not experienced any of these issues with either of my K3s. Yes, I am mostly a CW guy and yes, I use headphones. So...lacking any real test equipment (I assume that if the test equipment between my ears can't discern it, then who cares what a meter or scope shows me).

[Elecraft] K3 needs survey: keyer speed adj

2009-12-26 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
K2MK said, I would like to see the keyer speed adjustment changed so that it takes 2 encoder pulses for each WPM increase or decrease. When you are keying with your right hand and want to change your speed by 1 WPM it takes a bit of mental skill to simultaneously use your left hand to turn the

[Elecraft] K2: special award just for K2 users THIS WEEKEND!!

2009-12-25 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
That's right, there an award for the top score by an entrant running an Elecraft K2! Here is your chance to compete with your fellow K2-ers. It's the Stew Perry Top Band DX Challenge (affectionately called, the Stew). See the awards here http://www.jzap.com/k7rat/plaques.txt See the rules here

[Elecraft] K3: MV confused with VM

2009-12-24 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Try this Instead of reading, just ALWAYS press the button in the upper right-hand-most corner. Nothing to remember other than use the corner button. Of course if you want to overwrite the memory, NOTHING will happen when you use the corner button and then can say, OH, use the other one.

[Elecraft] K3 Survey :NON F/W wish list

2009-12-23 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Only one: A public link for known issues log (read only) with columns for name and description of issue, entry date, priority, begin resolution date, dated comments by the Elecraft team on progress, resolved date, and once resolved, an explanation of what was done. And maybe a method where users

[Elecraft] K3 DIY vs factory assembled: If I get a bad part, will I be stuck?

2009-12-21 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I have been posting a LOT of private messages since I don't think they add much (anything) to general knowledge on the reflector. But this time, I think this has some merit for those who are still thinking about a K3, factory-assembled versus DIY (kit). So the recent question raised (not by me)

[Elecraft] K3 spurious

2009-12-21 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Yes, a well known issue for a LONG time...with a SUPER EASY solution. It is indeed due to the internal speaker. A year or so ago, I got a call from a local (a couple miles away) that he had a spurious on his K3 (I helped him build it). I listened, yes it was there. When he switched from the

[Elecraft] OT: 10m contest weird propagation possible explanation

2009-12-16 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
I used my K3/10 during the 10m contest and, along with most others, experienced these strange conditionsvery cool during the contestand now, a possible/probable scientific explanation. I actually worked the author (N7DF). You had to be there!

[Elecraft] K1, K2, K3: filtering email

2009-12-14 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Hehehehe. Here is MY approach. I subscribe in digest form and DELETE every digest w/o looking at anything, as soon as it arrives. I subscribe so I can reply. Other reflectors have a set no mail option, but I didn't see that when I first subscribed here (years ago). I simply use the

[Elecraft] OT: Wall Warts: OK...stop the comments! :-)

2009-12-07 Thread DOUGLAS ZWIEBEL
Thanks to everyone for all their input. My inbox was (and still is) inundated with replies. I got the message!!! LOL What a group...clearly #1. de Doug KR2Q __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

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