Re: [Elecraft] New KAT500/KPA500 Setup Questions (Mark WU6R)

Download this Application Note from the Power Combo web site. http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K31_2017.pdf Cheers, David -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

Re: [Elecraft] Control of Screwdriver Antenna

You can make one yourself with a bridge motor controller and some sort of Arduino. You can then program it using the KX3 Programmers Reference. Or, you can check out the TuneMatic products from JT Communications. He's already done the work and it works with the KX3 standing along or with the KX3

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 and KPA500 integration

Hi Andy, The short answer is that neither the KPA500 or KAT500 can source signals - they can only read them from a transceiver and then follow its direction. This means that they can both read the status information from a Kenwood's COM port and act on it. This does not require the AUX cables

Re: [Elecraft] setting up k3s to be used in conjunction with K3/0

Here's the Quick Start Guide from Remotehams.com for the K3/0 Mini. Will that do? Cheers, David -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: htt

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500

Looks like the Shipping Status page at Elecraft.com has been updated to confirm Don's report. Cheers, David/KG6IRW -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraf

[Elecraft] Test Post

Just because I can't see activity here since the 14th. Cheers, David/KG6IRW -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.n

Re: [Elecraft] Suggestions for Introducing a 10-year-old to Amateur Radio and Electronics

I'm with Fred. I gave both of my grandsons a Kano and they have just love them . This is, essentially, a Raspberry Pi with a custom-built Linux operating system . They've learned Scratch, a procedural-type of programming language that uses

Re: [Elecraft] (k3) Key out redux

Here's a link to the basic discussion . See the wiring diagram about half way through the article. Cheers, David -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft ma

Re: [Elecraft] Question about my KX2

Paul, eliminate some of the variables to isolate the problem: - Use a dummy load and step through the KX2 bands to be sure it can transmit directly into it. Use the TUNE button to get that done. Make sure the internal antenna tuner is set to BYP mode. - Then, add in the transmission line with

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 Web Link Broken

Please see the Archive folder at the Elecraft FTP site here. Cheers, David -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KAT500-Web-Link-Broken-tp7632209p7632210.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

Re: [Elecraft] New build K3S no speaker audio, low mic gain

On the speaker topic, please check your Owner's Manual Errata - 2nd item. Agreed with Don on the mic input. Also, please be sure to read the section in the Owner's Manual about how to set proper mic audio driv

Re: [Elecraft] Interface Cable Recommendations?

Contact Phil Parrish at On the Air Communications (www.myhamcables.com). Here's a link to his eHam.net Reviews page. Cheers, David -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Interface-Cable-Recommendations-tp7623675p76236

Re: [Elecraft] JT-65

Assuming you're referring to a K3S, here's a nice set up posted at eHam.net . It provides many of the fundamental configuration details that apply if you're using a KX3 or KX2 as well. If you havent' done so, my suggestion is that you get PSK31 set up and ru

Re: [Elecraft] Additional Elecraft talk in November in Southern California

Looking forward to November, we'll also be in Southern California at the SoCal DX Club meeting <http://www.scdxc.org/> November 10th. The topic is, "Emerging Remote Architectures for Ham Radio". Cheers, David ----- David Shoaf

[Elecraft] Additional Elecraft talks and demo booths in the next 2 weeks: W9DXCC and W4DXCC

by the booth to say hello! Cheers, David ----- David Shoaf K3/KX3 International Distributor and Customer Support +1-831-763-4211 x121 KG6IRW - -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble

Re: [Elecraft] Shelby Hamfest

Come see Elecraft's booth in the vendor building at Shelby! Don Wilhelm and I will be there with the same special promotion you see on the main Elecraft page. Cheers, David/KG6IRW International Distributor and Customer Support Elecraft 831-763-4211 -- View this message in context: http://ele

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 S-meter segment stuck (Greg Cote)

Check the RF Gain setting. I'll bet it is not zero! Cheers, David -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Re-KX3-S-meter-segment-stuck-Greg-Cote-tp7618957p7618963.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___

Re: [Elecraft] Operating with a KXPA100 driving a KPA500

John, Please contact Elecraft support directly on this topic. Cheers, David/KG6IRW Elecraft -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Operating-with-a-KXPA100-driving-a-KPA500-tp7614823p7614860.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __

Re: [Elecraft] KPA3 vs KPA3A

This has been discussed in the K3S FAQ. See the link to it on the main Elecraft.com web page. Here's the detailed answer from it. Q: Can I move the KPA3 100-watt PA module from my K3 to a K3S, or do I need the new KPA3A module? A: A KPA3 can be used in a K3S. However, we recommend using the KPA

Re: [Elecraft] K-Line mounting

For rack mounting, here's a source for Elecraft gear . Cheers, David/KG6IRW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K-Line-mounting-tp7605183p7605192.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.c

Re: [Elecraft] pse help k3/0 mini

Hi Hiroshi, Please check your spam filter. Elecraft Support replied to you on June 1st at 4:15 PM California time. Otherwise, please supply a different email address for us to use. Cheers, David/KG6IRW - David Shoaf K3/KX3 International Distributor and

Re: [Elecraft] Using Yaesu FT-991 with KPA500

Hi Roy, Found a copy of the Owner's Manual for the Ft-991. The short answer to your question is, yes, there appears to be BCD Band Data Lines on the Ft-991's 8-pin Mini DIN connector labeled for Linear. Actually, the connector and pin out definitions appear to be exactly like the FT857/897 serie

Re: [Elecraft] K-line with remote rig

Hi Bill, Please contact us at k3supp...@elecraft.com and we will get you the answers you're looking for. We've tried to contact you but the email address we have on file is not working. Cheers, David ------- David Shoaf/KG6IRW Elecraft International D

Re: [Elecraft] KXUSB with Linux

. The Utilities cannot access the serial ports if the user does not have r/w permissions. An easy way to set the permissions is to add the user to the dialout group: sudo adduser << your username>> dialout Cheers, David -- --- David Shoaf/KG6

Re: [Elecraft] Anyone have a beginners guide to utilizing roofing filters on the KX3?

>From the recent posts, I'd suggest you take a look at the book on the KX3 by Fred Cady/KE7X . Most of the questions you've got are answered there. Cheers, David/KG6IRW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Anyone-have-a-beginne

Re: [Elecraft] Fw: homebrew KX3 electret microphone

You don't need a TRRS plug. You can use a TRS plug. Mic hot lead to the Tip. PTT to the Ring. Ground on the Sleeve. Then, in the Menu, set MIC BTN = PTT. This turns the Mic Button feature off. Mic bias is applied to the mic lead on the tip - no separate connection. See the schematic on th

Re: [Elecraft] Using a KAT-500 and THP HL-1.5KFX

Contact Elecraft Customer Support. They have folks who can help. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Using-a-KAT-500-and-THP-HL-1-5KFX-tp7590370p7590466.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 sluggish keyer

Hi Sven, Please contact Elecraft Customer Support to confirm the address. They are arranging to send you a replacement KXPD3. Cheers, David Elecraft Customer Support -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KX3-sluggish-keyer-tp7590116p7590121.html Sent from the

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 on a Bicycle?

Here are some pictures of the gentleman who came by the Elecraft booth with his bicycle mobile setup.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Archive search - gold plated contacts - K3 #1442 ?

Why not just contact Elecraft support? They have the details. Cheers, David -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Archive-search-gold-plated-contacts-K3-1442-tp7587328p7587331.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. _

Re: [Elecraft] The old mic question for the NEW KX3 owner..Sorry

Hi John, This should get you going: MENU Set ups for the older Heil versions of the MH3 with dynamic mic elements: - MENU: MIC BTN = PTT (not PTT up dn) - MENU: MIC BIAS = OFF Wiring: On KX3, use a 1/8" (3.5mm) plug. Don't worry about the 2nd ring on the picture shown in the KX3 Owner's Ma

Re: [Elecraft] HRD new version question

The KX3 is 'officially' supported with HRD version 6.2, I believe. If you're running any of the 5.x releases, you're actually running as a K3 since the 2 command sets are so similar. Both K3 and KX3's button mapping has improved with 6.x, too. Check with the HRD folks on the details - especially

Re: [Elecraft] Using RadioSport headset standard mic with KX3?

What firmware version are you running? When setting MIC gain, if you can only go up to a count of 40, you might want to consider updating to version 1.87, the current Production release. A new feature with this release is additional gain is available for lower output mic elements. Cheers, Davi

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 error message

Please write down all of the errors you see on the KX3. Then, send them on to the Elecraft support email, kx3supp...@elecraft.com. What has changed since the last time you know it was working as expected? Cheers, David -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/

Re: [Elecraft] JT65HF for the KX3

I'd suggest you contact Elecraft support for some pointers. For a more complete overview and operating processes, check out Fred Cady's book. Google KE7X and you'll find it. Lastly, Google "KX3 jt65-hf"

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Tune power issue on 15M only.

Tx Gain Calibrations must be performed - a pass - at the 5W level before proceeding to the 50W level. If the Tx Gain Cal failed at the 5W level on one or more bands, odds are one of the output or the driver devices are failing. Re-run the 5W Tx Gain Cal, copy the results to an email and send it

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Has anyone used their KX3 with one of the SCS Pactor controllers?

Hi Carlton, The KX3 has been confirmed to work with the SCS Pactor modems. Contact Farallon Electronics as I understand they are planning to offer a pre-built cable for the the SCS modems for the KX3. This is the US distributor for SCS modems in the US. Cheers, David -- View this message in

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 problem

Make sure that both the ACC1 and ACC2 plugs are fully seated in their jacks on the KX3. Pull them out and reinsert them a few times to be sure they're fully registered. Then, make sure that both ends of the RJ45 connectors are fully seated until they snap in place. Pull them out and reinsert a f

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 delay in getting to full power

Mike, Its getting late for the contest now, but please run the Tx Gain Calibration from the K3 Utility. Run it first at the 5 watt level and be sure that it passes. Then move on to the 50 watt level. If these both pass, back up your configuration and then test with the KPA500 again. Cheers,

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 to Icom Interface cable

Do you have a direct link? I can't seem to locate 'ham made items'. Thanks for your help! Cheers, David/KG6IRW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/KPA500-to-Icom-Interface-cable-tp7575957p7575960.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.c

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 fault at H44KW (no pwr high SWR)

Neil, Please contact Elecraft Customer Support at K3support 'at' elecraft.com. We can help out the DXpedition assessment efforts and help determine possible remedy options. Cheers, David/KG6IRW Elecraft Customer Support -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for June 19 & 20, 2011

Bummer on Saturday for me. Have tried for the past 2 weeks to check in - the band is really bad for me both weeks. I can hear folks down in the noise but no answers when I call. Will keep trying, of course. Cheers and 73s, David/KG6IRW -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791