[Elecraft] R.e: High power tuner

Brian wrote: An example of how the price of a tuner can grow astronomically with power level. At what point does it make more sense to spend the same $$ for antennas which don't require a tuner? Brian, for people living under the pressure of CC&Rs (home owner associations), and limited back y

Re: [Elecraft] Possible AC Line noise

Mark, I had a noise problem too. I just new it was the next door neighbor's solar panel! With the P3 set to visualize the noise, I went around the house unplugging stuff. As it turned out, the noise was being generated by a cheap replacement laptop power supply! It's the old story of out of sight,

Re: [Elecraft] Silly question about DVK3

Wow, Pat. Thanks for the great info on triggering the KDVR3 from WriteLog. I've used WriteLog since 2003 FD so it's hard to switch to a new logger. Now I don't have to. 73, Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.ne

Re: [Elecraft] Silly question about DVK3

Pat, you referred to using WriteLog to control the KDVR3. I was not aware that capability was incorporated yet in WriteLog. Can you please provide details on how this is done? My present version of WriteLog is 10.86C. 73, Fred, AE6IC __ E

Re: [Elecraft] Orion I for K3

Caveat Emptor .FWIW: I had an Orion, years back. It was a very good rig. But it was announced that the manufacturer of its signal processor was changing dies which could affect availability and future maintainability of the Orion I. I made a decision then to "upgrade" to the OMNI VII, because of th

[Elecraft] OT Hypothetical KAT500 antenna connection question

I have a question about connecting the KAT500 (outside version) to an 80 thru 10 meters wire antenna. As an example, I have a "Mystery" antenna which, like the G5RV uses a tuned length of twin-lead as part of the antenna design. Therefore I will have two possible places to couple the KAT500 to the

Re: [Elecraft] Wichita, KS hamfest

Now Wayne, et al in the Elecraft labs, I need that KAT500 to complete the station!! Jim Sheldon - W0EB - Park City, KS Amen to that! Fred, AE6IC, K-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 General Questions

Joe es all, I have three wire antennas in my back yard mounted below the roofline; so they can't be seen from the front yard. I use tuned 15 meter and 40 meter antennas that are center fed from a common balun but spread apart by about 90 degrees. The KPA500 is "in the green" with this combination a

[Elecraft] P3 report card

Way to go Alan. This weekend I used the new P3 FW for the 1st time. The redesigned curser with the heavy line on one side made a big difference in the heat of the Salmon Run. I was using S&P and the curser made CW and SSB signal alignment easy plus helped focus on the sideband in use. The P3 wat

Re: [Elecraft] Need help to determine most effective K3 vs KPA500 output

Fred, How does KPA 500 feed ladder line without tuner? Hi Mike, I run coax from inside to the eve of the roof where I attach a 4:1 balun. >From there it's 300 ohm ladder line. Works FB. 73, Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: h

Re: [Elecraft] Need help to determine most effective K3 vs KPA500 output

Thanks Don. No, it's not a trick question, just tricky for me! And yes, the feedline is ladderline. So the bottom line is that the 200 watts w/o a tuner is slightly better than 100 watts w/tuner using the same feedline and antenna. Every little bit helps. I live in an area where CC&R antenna

[Elecraft] Need help to determine most effective K3 vs KPA500 output

I have a K3-100 with KAT3 and a KPA500 w/o a tuner. I use an all-band "Mystery" (similar to a G5RV?) wire antenna. Because of the KAT3, the K3 "sees" a 1:1 antenna match which is good. However, I would like to operate up to 200 watts out (low power) for the California QSO party. The KPA500 tolerat

[Elecraft] KAT500 on display?

Eric, will you be bringing a demo KAT500 to the ARRL SW HAMCON convention this weekend? It's a 2 hour+ trip for me, but I'd gladly make the trip for a glimpse of a prototype unit. 73, Fred, AE6IC, K-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: h

[Elecraft] OT: California QSO Party, 1 & 2 October

Hams have a lot to celebrate here in California, USA. Of course, everyone knows its home to Elecraft. However, this year there is a special reason for the Hams of Oceanside, CA to celebrate: We fought the city to stop an ordinance that would limit ham antennas to 36 feet plus impose a number of one

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Bose Headsets

Juan, I have used the Bose QuietComfort (headset only) and they work FB. However, the noise-canceling feature is not very useful in my ham shack. It does little to reduce random noise like people talking, dog barking, kitchen clanging, etc. It's really more suited for cutting out the drone of air

Re: [Elecraft] P3

Everything you need is provided Phil, right out of the box. For me, the P3 was a real eye-opener! What I used to ignore as "atmospherics" now have a definite signature and the different type radio signals are easily locatied. Have fun. 73, Fred, K-Line ___

[Elecraft] Focus on the KAT-500

With all the chatter (which is good) about K4s, color displays, DC to daylight coverage and you name it; I hope that Elecraft keeps its focus on completing the "K" line with the KAT-500. The synergism between the K3, P3 & KPA-500 is perfect with the exception of using the KPA-500's output to the fu

Re: [Elecraft] need some roofing filter advice?

Jack wrote: I owned 5 transceivers in my lifetime and I purchased a narrow (1.8) SSB filter for only one. It was a total wast of money. For me the filter was too narrow for voice communications and if a nearby station was too close the splatter and the narrow passband made the situation wor

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 and KAT500 Ports

To all: I'm enjoying this thread because it directly addresses my two greatest concerns. First of course is human error. The second concern is connector problems. Elecraft has addressed the first by using kit options on the K3/P3/KPA500 so that I'm more aware of the result of my actions, and also

[Elecraft] KAT500 Suggestions

Eric and Wayne, To optimize desktop space I suggest the upcoming KAT500 be designed so that its tilt stand arm can be installed in either the front (normal) or back of the unit. That way if I set it atop a front tilted KPA500 I could raise the back of the tuner to offset the tilt, which would a ni

[Elecraft] It's Alive! KPA500 kit on the air

KPA500 kit S/N 115 is up and running! I ordered early on the 1st day and it arrived this Monday afternoon. I took my time and had fun putting it together. I got to bed at exactly 1 AM. Everything checks out OK, even the interface with WriteLog using Interface ll (serial 001.) The optional cable pro

[Elecraft] OT:extreme pixel ghosting on TV

eports.com/forum/r21536214-Ham-Radio-and-ATT-UVerse-IPT VInternetPhone-Problems I'm not much on complaining, but this problem opens Pandora's Box. Hams will be blamed for something we have no control over. Is there a "proper way" to file a complaint with the FCC? 73, Fred A

[Elecraft] Elecraft K2 Rework Eliminator Kit.

For those building the K2, there is a K2 Rework Eliminator kit on Ebay. I have nothing to do with it; just thought it might be what some of you are looking for. 73, Fred, K3 2241, P3 100 " Do or Do-not. There is no 'Try'..." ~ Yoda ___

[Elecraft] re KPA 500 and ATU

Snip For many of us who are constrained to one non-resonant antenna and work multiple bands, we are presently running amps with built-in ATU functionality. All of the discussion on bypassing external relay boxes, etc, is of value to those who are lucky enough to have space for multiple antennas,

[Elecraft] Just ordered the KPA500

It's out! The rush is own. 73, Fred " Do or Do-not. There is no 'Try'..." ~ Yoda __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.q

Re: [Elecraft] P3 visualizing local noise

At first I suspected the next door neighbor's solar panel but alas, the culprit was hiding in my own house. It was an old laptop that was not being used anymore with its' AC adapter still plugged into the house AC but disconnected from the laptop. FWIW, I set the P3 span to max which let me see m

[Elecraft] P3 visualizing local noise

My P3 started displaying persistent clumps of noise across each band. These clumps reoccurred at about every 72KH over most bands. I thought I had a rig problem so I emailed Gary at Elecraft. Based on my description of the problem he concluded the noise was not coming from the K3 or the P3. He sugg

[Elecraft] Using WriteLog to control KDVR3

Has anyone used WriteLog to trigger the KDVR3? According to Steve, N9OH (WriteLog), it is possible now with WL version 10.80 by inserting a K3 macro into writelog.ini file and the designating a "control key" (i.e. F10.) It seems likely, then, that every time you tap the "control key" you will sen

Re: [Elecraft] K3 RFI in transmitted audio

Felipe If you are using external speakers with built-in audio amps, they can cause this problem. I solved the problem by turning the speaker amp volume down to less than ¼, and turning up the K3 audio to compensate. 73, Fred, AE6IC, K3 2241, P3 100 " Do or Do-not. There is no 'Try'..." ~ Yoda

[Elecraft] K3 and WriteLog

If you are a WriteLog user you may want to check out their new webpage look. WriteLog has had some succession problems in coming up with the right people to take over from the old guard. Hopefully they have succeeded and will once again be able to grow the product. I proposed the upgrade below to W

Re: [Elecraft] Sub-rx or P3?

>>Us little pistols with 500w and a >>tribander at 40 feet rely on call timing. >Lu, if you're a little pistol with that set-up, I'm a Daisy Red Ryder! >Thanks for the helpful info from all who replied. A strong case for the 2nd receiver...what I suspected anyway as it seems to offer both

[Elecraft] FS:Elecraft 2T-gen

For sale, assembled and working 2 tone generator: Elecraft 2T-gen mini-module plus fabricated test leads. 1. RCA audio output lead to mini (mono) plug for mic input. 2. Toggle switch on long lead terminated with RCA female audio connector for PTT. $49 includes shipping in US. If in

[Elecraft] How many early P3 Orders?

Eric and Wayne Congrats on the successful launch of the P3. I’ll bet the competition is slapping their foreheads and kicking their derrières; “OH NO … HERE THEY GO AGAIN”. Can you give us a number for how many P3 orders came in during those first hours, or is it confidential? 73, Fred, AE6IC, K

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Queue

Bill wrote: Why is everyone so keen to be at the head of the queue? Surely it would be more sensible to wait until the inevitable teething problems have been identified and overcome. http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Wanted: K2 Lid

>David Pratt said: If this Reflector is anything to go by, Bill, there are lots of LIDs that own a K2 and/or a K3, etc. Your comment was degrading to the people on this reflector. I earned my ham ticket in 1951 and since then I've strived to improve my operating capabilities and knowledge. One

Re: [Elecraft] W7LD new K3 kit serial 44 93 arrived...

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Re: [Elecraft] WRTC - Rig choices for the contest explained!

Lu Romero wrote: I am still debating a P3... Do I even need the features of a band scope? When I use Icoms, I hardly ever look at the scope, I use my ears and that big knob in the center of the panel to find multipliers. I agree. My previous 3 rigs were Jupiter, Orion (1) and then OMNI VII. For

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft SSB Net Results (7-11-10)

Snip: Ah, the vagaries of propagation! I tuned in to check into the net but I could barely hear net control deep in the noise, and few of the responding stations. I live 80 miles west of one of the California stations that checked in and 80 miles north of he other, but I might as well have been o

Re: [Elecraft] Chasing the Update Mods Train?

Eric, W3DQ wrote: I bought an early K3 (s/n 525). I believe I know which mods were done (everything through September/October 2009), but I'm not sure exactly sure of it, nor where the previous owner stopped, where I should pick up and what is worth or not worth doing. Eric, if the K3 does not

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Repair

Pete N4RZ wrote : "One thought that comes to mind - put a "repair queue length" figure on the web-site and update it every day or two" The only problem with that Pete is that it would eat up resources that could otherwise be used productively, thus slowing down actual work. 73, Fred, AE6iC, K3#2

Re: [Elecraft] OT What Elecraft is up to this weekend---HamCom 2010

Excellent photos Bill; just the best yet. Hopefully the P3 will be shipping in a little over a month. We're really looking forward to it. 73, Fred, AE6IC, K3 2241 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware V3.99 (?)

John, are you referring to V3.97? On another note, for my ears, the NR in V3.97 is night and day better than any so far. At the lower odd number settings (e.g. dash 1) The signal is not significantly degraded but there is a noticeable reduction in noise. 73, Fred, AE6IC, K3 2241 _

[Elecraft] FS:Elecraft 2T-gen mini-module

For sale, assembled and working 2 tone generator: Elecraft 2T-gen mini-module with fabricated test leads 1. RCA audio output lead to mini (mono) plug for mic input. 2. Toggle switch on long lead terminated with RCA female audio connector for PTT. $55 includes shipping in US. If inter

Re: [Elecraft] K1 out on the Appalachian Trail

Ron, GL with your K1 on the trail. I'll listen for you tonight on 40M. The XYL and I visited the start of the AT (Georgia) 2 weeks ago. There were reports of lots of Black bear activity. Campers were told to hang their food high in a tree (at least 12 feet up and 8 feet from the tree trunk). 73, Fr

[Elecraft] P3 Questions concerning measurement

Hi all. While waiting for the P3 I have a few questions on setup and measurement. Since I have never used LP pan or similar devices I'll need some Elmering. Specifically there are two capabilities listed in the Elecraft P3 page that I need help on: 1. Adjustable reference level and amplitude rang

Re: [Elecraft] International Shipping Charges!!??!!

Nidge wrote: I'm wanting to order two items from the Elecraft page, namely a replacement MCU and a packet of 20 panel screws, not really very large items. However when I went to the checkout to select delivery method the charges struck me as rather exploitative. They ranged from $35 for the screw

Re: [Elecraft] ERR TXG problem

David, Try the manual TX Gain as described on page 49 of the K3 Owner's Manual. Select Ant 1 using the ANT pushbutton and check that the dummy load is attached to Ant 1 out. 73, FRED, AE6IC, K3 #2241 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: ht

Re: [Elecraft] 2.7 vs. 2.8 vs. 1.8 & 2.1

Bill, K9YEQ wrote: Is anyone using the 2.8 and 2.1/1.8 filters and what is the on-the-air experience? End snip I have 5 of the 8-pole filters: 2.8, 2.1, 1.8, 400 & 250. As the bands get more crowded (I.e. contest) I just tighten down the bandwidth. Of course a wider BW sounds better (especially

Re: [Elecraft] Older Serial # K3

Gary wrote: I want to get a K3 and wonder if I'm as well off buying an older K3 as getting the latest and greatest straight from Elecraft. End snip. Gary I also believe a new kit is best for all the reasons this list has given. In addition, buying new gets you a factory warrantee. That said, use

Re: [Elecraft] (OT) American made

Chris wrote: I am sticking with the K3/100 when I order it. Good choice Chris. Elecraft and Elecraft Support are like the Marine Corps saying: "The difficult we do immediately. the impossible takes a little longer". 73, Fred, AE6IC, K3 2241

[Elecraft] RE; K3 and no front microphone working

Ron wrote: I have a K3 and MH2 as well as a Quiet Phone Plus. The Quiet Phone Plus only works from the rear but not the front. I have Heil Kenwood adaptor. The MH2 does not work either. Both cases not TX audio from front connector. No Sub receiver installed. Serial number in the 2700's. I

Re: [Elecraft] Adding options later for the K3

Sam wrote: Will I have to wait until I am able to afford the XG2, just to be able to finish the build and put it on the air? No, it is not a necessity Sam, as others have stated, it is optional. The minimal test arrangement required is an antenna for zero-beating the reference osc with WWV, and

Re: [Elecraft] Adding options later for the K3

Oops. Mike I meant to say get an XG2 3-Band 1-uV/50 -uV Receiver Test Osc, NOT the 2T-gen. The K3 has it's own built-in 2 tone test osc anyway. Thanks Brett for bringing that to my attention. My mistake; its past my bedtime HI. 73, Fred, AE6IC, (es GN)

Re: [Elecraft] Adding options later for the K3

Hi Mike. You might get things needed for building the K3 ahead of time, like a static pad/wrist strap, and a 50 Ohm dummy load. Get a good Phillip's Head screwdriver. I use a "Husky" 90044 #1. It has an 8" shank which helps reach areas where my fat fist won't fit. You'll need a signal source for

Re: [Elecraft] comment

T. Perry wrote: There are countless questions that are already answered for me before I ask them here. You all are a great resource. The only direction Elecraft can go is straight up. You all set the benchmark for a kind and caring community that is well connected to amateur radio HF and 6m enthu

Re: [Elecraft] [OT]Grounding Antenna when not in use

Dale, WC7S wrote: I disconnect... all the radios. and I have still heard the coax zapping, during a storm. I'm thinking that is enough to cook a junction. End snip I've heard that eerie ticking coming from my "lightening bug arrester". This ticking increases to a buzz as the storm gets clo

Re: [Elecraft] RXEQ

Paul wrote: Can anyone give me starting points for setting RX EQ? Congrats on being a new K3 owner Paul. The thin sound may be due to the narrow window that the K3 filtering places over the signal. By shifting this window you can cover more or less of the highs and lows of the signal, whichever is

[Elecraft] K3 WriteLog and macros (OT)

To all K3 users of WriteLog: I just sent the following note to Ron (K5DJ): >Hi Ron, Just a thought. Would t be possible to add a window to WriteLog with a list of stored macros, such that a macro sequence could be sent to the rig using a mouse click? This would be a killer application addition fo

Re: [Elecraft] K3 auto spot function

Mike wrote: I wonder if anyone >> knows how to access Auto Spot from the computer keyboard while >> running WriteLog. Mike I wrote to WriteLog about the inclusion of macros in their logger. They never replied. Maybe if they get more requests they might get "a round toit". Otherwise there is N1

Re: [Elecraft] headset question

Paul Milward wrote: >Now for my question. I have a Heil footswitch and plan to use it for PTT. Is the configuration I described correct? If not, how is headphone/mic and footswitch connected? I use a Heil footswitch connected as you described. Using connectors on the back of the K3 sure cuts dow

Re: [Elecraft] For you Anti-Scopes

Eric wrote: >Will we outlaw it, like ARRL may or may not do with CW Skimmer? For the 2009 California QSO party, you were not allowed to claim Single Operator (SO) status if you used CW Skimmer. It is considered outside assistance that gives the operator an unfair advantage. I agree, except tha

Re: [Elecraft] For you Anti-Scopes

Julius wrote: >It was pointed out to me that, as a tool, a P3/Panadapter/Softrock does provide a quick way of assessing activity on a given band quickly versus twirling the knob. >I can see where this would be useful, particularly if you were looking for openings on 10 and 15, in the past few

Re: [Elecraft] What became of the Elecraft's KPA1500 and KPA800

Doug Turnbull wrote: * No matter what some say there are a number of us waiting for the P3!!! * I agree Doug. Many of us have good reason to prefer the P3 over an amplifier. CC&R's limit us to stealth antennas and low power. My previous three rigs: Jupiter, Orion 1 and OMNI VII ha

[Elecraft] K3 Blank spots in RF gain contol

I just had an enlightening experience with the K3 RF gain control that may help other K3 owners. As the RF gain control was rotated clockwise, a significant drop in output occurred over a segment of 3 to 4 degrees at about the 1 o'clock point. It seemed to me that the pot had a worn spot in it (I'm

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Net

Hi Ian, I listened for you at 0900Z (1:00 PST) at 3658 kHz. All I heard was some very faint SSB ops about 2 kHz up. Was that possibly you? Did you have any NA ops check in? 73, Fred, AE6IC in southern California. hamkt...@att.net

Re: [Elecraft] Reflector Traffic

Hi Gary, I suspect David is correct. Elecraft is concentrating on getting the K144XV out the door. Being a very small company, they must focus their resources. Everybody is getting antsy about the P3 (its' my 2009 Christmas present!) I can't imagine waiting for the Dayton Hamfest to introduce it.

Re: [Elecraft] Hats

I think Elecraft should give out P3 hats when they start taking P3 orders. 73, Fred AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mai

Re: [Elecraft] New K3 User and New Ham

Steve, congrats, you are now officially an OM! The ONE thing I'd like to add about putting up ANY antenna.CAUTION. Power lines in the vicinity of your home and your antenna are lethal. Please plan ahead and give yourself a wide margin of safety. It's too easy to get in a hurry and loose sight of th

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

Jim K9YC wrote: >It should also be noted that while the K3 comes with multiband graphic RX EQ, there are no >bands above 5kHz. This is an interesting point Jim. Human hearing in the 20 kHz range is not unheard of. I wonder if the K3 design cuts this off above 5 kHz or if it allows it to pa

Re: [Elecraft] Filters for K3?

Martin, I have the 2.8 for transmit which I believe gives me the best likelihood of being heard. I like low-power contesting and due to CC&Rs I use a stealth "mystery" antenna. I also have the 2.1, 1.8, 400 and 200Hz 8-pole filters. By far my favorites are the 2.1 and 400Hz because of their sh

Re: [Elecraft] Wrist Strap Ground

I've been into my K3 (#2241) dozens of times, so a throw-away strap would actually be expensive! 73, Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] UK Elecraft Net

I listened for the UK net at 0900Z down here in southern California. All I heard were a few weak W1 - W4's. Nothing from across the pond, not even a peep. Did anyone in the US hear the net? Just curious. 73, Fred, AE6IC __ Elec

Re: [Elecraft] P3 question

As I recall some of the discussions at the Santa Barbara Hamfest, a mouse interface would greatly complicate the design of the P3. The standard computer-to-mouse interface requires a software driver which is not trivial to design and maintain (drivers are written in machine code for a specific proc

Re: [Elecraft] K3 K3DSPUPGD Installation info?

Terry, the upgrade board did not come with any special instructions. I installed mine by following the guidelines in the K3 Kit Assembly Manual. It was a very easy mod. Of course, the same electrostatic discharge prevention cautions apply (I.e. you need an ESD mat and wrist strap.) Good luck O

[Elecraft] Kudos to Elecraft for the K3DSPUPGD plus

I installed the upgraded DSP board and it sounds great. I've come to expect great results from Elecraft. And then there are guys like Gary at support, who instill confidence in my ability to shape my rigs FW and hardware. Thanks from an old analog engineer and Merry Christmas to all, Fred

Re: [Elecraft] Newbie Questions for K3

Phil, you pose some great questions. Here goes: 1. The one option I would not get is the high accuracy oscillator.but that's just me. 2. As far as esoteric parts are concerned, Maybe Eric or Wayne should answer that one. I had an Orion 1 a couple of years back. But it did not hav

Re: [Elecraft] CQ WW Contest

Hector Padron wrote: Snip My K3 behaved better than expected, I had no problem at all pulling out from a very crowded band and close to the big guns weak stations with signals of 55 to 57,I used all the time my roofer of 2.1 End snip Like Hector I enjoy contesting. Due to CC&R's, I'm limited

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Split operation

Wow, Alan, Eric and Wayne, This is a great suggestion for future k3/P3 software: Snip I also like the idea of an initial offset for use with LP-PAN. When turning on Split, the panadapter would then clearly show both passbands in a predictable way. With A=B, one is hiding behind the other. With no

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Beta Firmware

Rich and all, I don't use Vista, but have heard on more than one occasion that signing onto Vista as "The Administrator" allows certain file manipulation that Vista security otherwise prevents. 73, Fred __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Flaw in the 1.8 kHz roofing filter

At the recent Santa Barbara Hamfest, Eric addressed a problem with the early filters in the K3. The frequency would change unexpectedly. Eventually the problem was solved by cleaning. It was found that particles left over from the crystal manufacturing were modifying the freq. Inrad is just do

Re: [Elecraft] mods to gear and critics

Jim Danehy wrote: >Then there are those who like to write emails to show others what they know, not necessarily to assist others. I can readily see the difference between the two. Like you Jim, I've been a Ham for a very long time and I agree that you can readily tell the difference between an

[Elecraft] K3 firmware review: Much-improved receiving AF base responce

Wayne, does the new firmware require any hardware mods? The reason for the question is that everything at this QTH is ready for the California QSO Party and I don't want to risk getting inside the K3. Yes, I would appreciate the opportunity to help test the new firmware beta. 73, Fred A

[Elecraft] K3 MDS calculations using the Elecraft XG2

Lyle, KK7P responded to my question on where to find a suitable DMM: >If using the K3, use the internal RMS audio meter (tap DISP then rotate until you see AFV) Thanks Lyle. Great answer! Hidden treasures are always just in front of us. And thanks to Elecraft for another outstanding feat

[Elecraft] K3 MDS calculations using the Elecraft XG2

I set up the K3 Rx sensitivity test (using 1 microvolt signal) according to XG2 manual. It seems to work in general except that the resulting MDS calculations seem too low: 123 dBm on 80 meters, 132 dBm on 40 meters, and 130 dBm on 20 meters. I am using the front headphone jack on the K3, w

[Elecraft] Hope (for Sun spots) springs eternal

The California QSO party is just 23 days away. I'm really looking forward to the first real baptism of fire for my K3. For information go to www.cqp.org . If you are in California, please "Register-Your-County". See you there. 73, Fred

Re: [Elecraft] Price increases on K3, K2 etc coming - Get those orders in!

Eric, in regard to your e-mail, am I correct in assuming that the price increases will affect the price of the recently upgraded KXV3A, and that the KXV3A will be required to connect the upcoming P3 to the K3? 73, Fred AE6IC ___

[Elecraft] The real P3 Objectives

There have been many very good suggestions for P3 options. For me it boils down to simple use during normal operations. Normal operations may be meeting friends, DXing, or contesting. If you are meeting up with friends, someone may ask you to look at their signal. You have lots of time to fidd

Re: [Elecraft] P3 display size?

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[Elecraft] P3 review et al

I've just about recovered from the trip from Oceanside, CA to SBARC and back so now can post the results. 1st: Kudos to Alan, Eric, and Wayne for successfully demonstrating a P3 prototype and Kudos also to SBARC for picking up the pieces of the SW ARRL convention (that was going to be held at River

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 Panadapter Sneak Peek this Saturday

Wayne & Eric, tell the BBQ man to bring more food. I wasn't planning to go but now that you are going to unveil the P3, I'll be there with bells on. You should probably get a kickback from SBARC for doubling the attendees as a result of this announcement. 73, Fred AE6IC

Re: [Elecraft] Filter question

Jim: just one more comment: I have the 1.8, but it's a little too touchy for fast tuning in contests for me. I went ahead and got the 2.1 for that reason. Hope this helps. 73, Fred AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qt

Re: [Elecraft] About the K3 cw speed

Fred wrote: >50WPM is fast enough for me. 20WPM is fast enough for me Fred. CU in October for the CQP. 73 (Wow, we must be the same age too. just kidding) Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/ma

[Elecraft] Panadaptor wish list

Here is my panadaptor wish list: First, I've got all cables connected in back of the K3 so hopefully there will be no cables running out the front. Second, sufficient real-time bandwidth and screen width that makes it easy to spot actual ham activity. In the past I've owned the Jupiter, Orion and O

Re: [Elecraft] WriteLog Cabrillo File

Thanks for the help with the Cabrillo file question. Got 'er done. 73, Fred __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Thi

[Elecraft] WriteLog Cabrillo File

Help. WriteLog ver. 10.70 will not create a Cabrillo file for Field Day. I tried using both the Contest menu and the File export menu in WriteLog. Both have "Cabrillo" grayed-out! Am I missing something? Thanks, Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraf

[Elecraft] Wanted: Filter swap

I have a KFL3A-1.8, 8-Pole roofing filter. Would like to swap it for a KFL3-2.1, 8-Pole roofing filter. Please contact at: hamkt...@att.net 73, Fred, AE6IC __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elec

Re: [Elecraft] Hands-on Ham Radio v.s. Sit-Back Ham Radio

I totally agree with you Paul. I've been a tinkerer since before I got my Novice ticket. My 1st station was a home brew 2E26 final and a surplus Command Set (1957.) Wow, Ham Radio has changed. It's a good thing too. Another word for "Finished" is "Dead". 73, Fred, AE6IC

[Elecraft] Two questions

Wayne, I have two questions concerning the upcoming panadaptor: 1. Will I need a KXV3, IF Out/Interface? If so, I'll take care of it now to save time later. 2. Is the panadaptor likely to be available in time for the California QSO contest (1st weekend of October)? I'd be happy (a

[Elecraft] Stealth antenna insulators

Greetings from the CC&R capital of the world: California, where stealth antennas are a way of life. The current discussion about how certain display colors are more discernable than others begs a point: what if you don't what to see it? Since 2003, I've used one inch electrical PVC pipe to make ste

Re: [Elecraft] CQ Contest

Richard, your comment about "Golden years" was right on. Amen. At 73 rotations, I'm a little slower, my right hand has a bit of the palsy, and I need a nap after lunch. But, I still love Ham radio. Fortunately, the great people at Elecraft came along. The K3 is, hands down, the best rig I've ever o

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