I have a like new factory built KXPA 100 with the internal ATU and control
cable for sale. This was used very little and I have decided that my
portable operations will be strictly QRP. $1200. shipped within the USA.
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I have noticed on the bottom of the display an indication of the ATU power
limit which is different for every band. How is this value calculated?
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Great for the K3 and transverter. This is the RF switched high gain low NF
unit. I will take $120. including USPS shipping within the US.
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I am moving my station to a remote site and can't benefit from the great
tuning feel from this heavyweight N8BX 73CNC.com knob. This is the like
new condition black main tuning knob for the K3/s without the ball bearing
finger dimple. I prefer this style as the tuning is extremely smooth any
way
I will be moving my KPA 1500 to a remote site in a few weeks and would like
to use the remote program to control the amp without the need for a local
pc at the amp location. I can use the local PC at the amp if it is
absolutely necessary.
Can someone please walk me through the steps to set up the
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driver and windows update does not find one.
Any suggestions on how to get this to communicate? I have tried 3 different
USB cables and no difference. The device managed in Windows just gives me
the same no compatible driver.
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Is there a rack mount kit available for the KPA 1500 and power supply?
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Wouldn't it be a good idea to keep the fan turned on in the KPA-1500 after
you power it off till the internal temperature reaches its lower temp?
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I have had my factory built k3s with the internal 2M xvtr for about 5
years. the output power is only 4W. This works OK to drive my external amp,
but I would really need about 8-10W for full drive. What do others
experience regarding output power with the internal xvtr?
On the latest firmware, what is the function of this menu item?
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Reading the display on the KPA 1500 at various RF output levels shows an
efficiency as follows on 40M into a dummyload:
300W 23%
500W 27%
1000W 42%
1300W 48%
1500W 52%
1600W 54%
Have other owners seen results like this? Do you think a firmware and menu
item could be developed to
Problem solved, bad connection to my ptt disconnect switch.
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I have a 15 pin adapter with pin 10 removed as a ptt interrupter. With it
inserted in line with my acc cable on the rear of the K3 to the KPA, the
amp still keys. I would like the KPA to not key when I am using other amps
for VHF. I can only do this by removing the acc cable from the rear of the
I am trying to write macros for the PF 1 & 2 keys for the KPA 1500.
My objective is:
Have the PF1 button switch the Input to the K3s with the command ^PF1^XI0;
Have the PF2 button change the input type to serial (for Flex) with the
command ^PF2^XI3;
Neither one is working, where am I going
I have the older style thick heavy cable from Elecraft for connection
between the K3 and the KPA amp. It is just a little too short to fit my
application. What is the best way to extend its length without any pin
conflicts to the missing pins? Can a standard VGA cable be used on the K2
side?
Other than a coax switch on the RF input, would there be an easy way to
select the enhanced control of the 1500 between a K3s & Flex 6400.
Both radios will be set up for enhanced control of the KPA. Can the
interface cables for both radios remain connected and you just reconfigure
the KPA menu
The KAT 500 has been sold
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I have a like new KAT 500 for sale. $500. plus shipping from 18104
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Problem solved, thanks for the advice. The jumper loop from the K3 to the
P3 had a bad connection to the upper PC connector, therefore the outside
world could not see my K3 or P3. I found it by trying the P3 utility and
had the same problem which pointed me to that cable.
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The USB com port on my K3s is still being seen when connected to my
computer but will no longer connect to any program. I have re booted the
computer 2 times and power cycled the K3 and no change.
Any ideas where I should look?
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I have had a KPA500 for many years and the only annoying thing is that I
hear clicking of the metal case parts as it heats up and cools down. all of
the case screws are tight and I had this problem from the early days even
before I had to remove the RF deck and send it to the factory for minor
on the list from August 2019 but I have not
found his solution for this KPA 1500 to work in my case.
Any suggestions from this group would be appreciated.
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I can connect OK using the KPA-500, & KAT-500 remote programs using the
host mode.
If I would like to use the connect mode, how do I determine the TCP server
port, and host /IP of my KPA & KAT devices?
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FS cable for K30 mini RRK0CBL $35.
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Elecraft RRK0CBL cable for the K30 to the RRC 1258 $30.
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Complete Remote Rig RRC 1258 mk II Elecraft Twin setup with 2 power
supplies and all standard cables $325.
Elecraft RRK0CBL cable for the K30 to the RRC 1258 $30.
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Elecraft K3 or K3s but can be used with many different radios.
This system works great to remote into your own system with no computer
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condition $500. Howard Sherer AE3T
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For Sale RRC 1258 MKII Elecraft twin set with cables. Everything works
great $500. The Elecraft RRK0CBL cable is included
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I will sell the Elecraft RRK0CBL cable later.
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I must have lost my KUSB cable to connect my KPA 500 to a computer for
remote control (9pin male to USB). I have many KXUSB cables. dose anyone
have an extra to either sell or trade?
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I can do this with my RRC interface and K30, but this need if for another
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Mint condition $130. plus shipping
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Is there an easy way to add a pre amp into the receive line on the internal
K3 2M transverter?
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I would like to take my KX2 along as a very compact JT65 & FT8 station. Are
there any suggestions for Ipad applications and any tiny sound card
interfaces?
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compact stand $20 shipped withinthe US.
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very loud into
the mic.
I have not had this problem in the past, and have RF chokes on the rear
panel mic input cable. The problem is not RF related but digitl hash
getting into the K3 rear mic input. I would appreciare any suggestions.
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Elecraft Frequency Memory Editor Software, has this been updated for the
Mac OS? My PC is dying very quickly!
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I solved the problem. I had to force the control line DTR = Low in the
radio config menu of WSJT. I dontknow why but i tried many things andthis
works. So a note to others configuring WSJT.
Thanks everyone for the suggestions.
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I have installed the new version of WSJT-X and when changing the bands on
my K3s, I get the ERR KEY code on the display and the K3s is forced into
Tx. I must power cycle the K3s to clear, but repeats when I go to these
bands again.
This occurs only on 80, 20, 17, 15, 10, & 6M, the other bands are
I have been running my KX2 with the Elecraft supplied batt pack for the
past two weeks and have a question for others using the same. I can run the
KX2 at 10W only till I have used 1.12 AH of the batt capacity and its key
up V=11.0 and key down is 10.3. At this time I can only run the KX2 at 5W.
With a change of din plug, can the Tenergy charger for the KX2 be used to
power the KX2 to full power. I would like to limit what devices I travel
with.
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I plan to do some light weight travel with my KX2 running JT65, JT9 etc in
the future. Can I connect the audio in and out ports of the KX2 directly
into my laptop or will I need an external device like a Signal Link. If not
needed how will the software key the KX2?
Howard AE3T
Due to the need to downsize my portable station to travel very small and
light I have decided to replace my great KX3 with a KX2 which is now on
order. This includes the KX3 sn 482, KXAT3 tuner, KXFL3 filter, KXBC3
clock/charger, KX side panels with plexi cover. I would like $1190. I will
reduce
I have delayed posting this as I was hoping that I would see the same issue
posted by another user.
I am running a K3s and the issue is with the USB com port. First, the com
port assignment is com 27 which seems strange for my simple PC set up. I
have tried to go into the Windows control panel
I am using the K3s USB interface for both audio and control of digital
programs like WSJT. Overall everything works fine but there is a strange
issue while configuring and getting to work the PTT port assignment.
When I start the WSJT program, it will not key the K3s PTT unless I just
start up
I had great success using the K30 with my K3 using the RRC boxes. I now
have a K3s and it is running great along with the P3, KPA etc using the
special CBLP3Y cable supplied for the P3. I have not yet tried to re wire
the RRC box to the K3s but I am not sure if I should disconnect the PC end
of
When I use the Data A or AFSK A modes, I set my line in to just fill the
lower 4-5 bars of the ALC scale, and then adjust the pwr out for the
desired level. what occurs when I xmit is an increase in RF output as it
rapidly drifts up. If I adjust the pwr down it still drifts up. This is an
issue
I know that I can store data as a mode in a memory but when I recall it,
sometimes it comes back as Data A, and other times as AFSK A. I easily just
re select the Data A mode for data but I don't understand why it changes
data modes.
Can I default or store the data mode as A?
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I am trying to use the Tx Inh (pin 7 of ACC) to allow the K3 to xmit only
when my 2M EME sequencer allows. In testing out this function, I find that
when Inh Hi or Lo is used, once you apply a logic change to pin 7 the Tx
Inh will lock in the on position. Removing the logic signal, or returning
to
Just setting up my K3s
The 2M xvtr will only give me about 5W max output not 10W. This was a
factory installed option, and I don't want to go through a re cal right
away.
I also need to be able to adjust the 2M output from 1-10 W as a driver for
my PA for EME. I find that the power adj on the K3s
I am just setting up my K3s and have 2 questions regarding the USB com use.
The com port that is assigned to my K3s is com 27. This com port is NOT
listed as one that is available on some of the programs that i use, where
it IS shown on some of the programs. And ideas on a workaround?
Also the
In making my plans for a K3s upgrade, I have decided to sell my K3. I am
going to remove all of my optional filters and only include the 2.8, 8 pole
SSB. Currently running the latest firmware.
K3 100 S/N 504 with all updates except for the enhanced Lf bandwidth DSP
ATU
KXV3
KBF3
This has been a
In making my plans for a K3s upgrade, I have decided to sell my K3. I am
going to remove all of my optional filters and only include the 2.8 8 pole
SSB.Currently running the latest firmware.
K3 100 S/N 504 with all updates except for the enhanced Lf bandwidth DSP
ATU
KXV3
KBF3
This has been a
Can anyone share their experience in using the K3s built in sound card with
various digital mode software including JT65.
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I recently added a KAT 500 to my K3 station. I modified the interface cable
to allow for remote power on off of the KPA via a macro key on the K3. Now
with the cable going from the K3 to the KAT and then to the KPA I have lost
the ability to remote the power on off of the KPA.
How have others
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Due to a change in the way I have my K3 installed I am no longer in need of
my Pig Knob. It is perfect and a very handy device. I will sell it for
$100. including postage to the lower 48 states. Just cover my pay pal fee
if paying by that method.
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I have up dated my K3 to the latest Beta FW to cure the ticking sounds
when using it with the K30 mini under remote control. The ticking still
occurs, and I assume that I also have to up date the FW in the K30 mini
as well?
How do you connect the K30 mini to the K3 util to allow for FW up
I am getting ready to set up my K3 KPA for remote operation and will
have to modify the KPA to K3 AUX cable for remote power on/off. How have
others added the wire at pin 11 at the K3 to pin 8 at the KPA? Have you
torn apart a standard VGA cable and changed the connections, or just
made up a
A few years ago there was some discussion here about a very small 12 v
20A switching PSU with very low noise that was designed for radio use. I
am now interested in one for use with my KX3 KXPA. Can someone point
me in the right direction.
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I have a new in the bag Serial cable for the KX3, KAT etc, that I would
like to swap for a USB cable. Is anyone interested?
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I have decided to sell my THP HL-45B amplifier. I use this with my KX3
and it needs about 4 W to drive it to full output of 45W. I can drive
the KPA 500 to full output with the KX3 running about 1W to the HL-45B.
This is a very nice small 160-6M amp for any QRP radio. It features auto
band
When using my K3 to send RTTY via the keyer paddle there is a long delay
of about 4 sec after sending the last character for the receiver to
return while you continue to transmit additional spaces. Is their a menu
command to greatly shorten this 4 sec return to receive delay?
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I am interested if still avlb.
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I have an excellent SGC 500 Linear Amplifier for sale Ideal for either
Base or Mobile 25 watts in gives you 500 watts out PEP and CW. Export
Model 1.6 thru 30 MHz Solid State, Auto Band Switching, DC input voltage
range 10 to 18.5 VDC and weight only 21 lbs. $1250 includes shipping to
lower
Just going through my stuff and found this nice laminated manual, no
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Selling my mint condition KAT 500 tuner (7 months old). $625. plus 1/2
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I have had this problem since the my KPA was new 7 months ago.
Occasionally it would not turn on when the on button was pushed, you had
to cycle the rear power switch and then the on button would turn on the
KPA. This problem has gotten much worse and now occurs about 50% of the
time.
Is
What is the procedure to download beta firmware? When I click the file
name from the ftp server I just get a link to it in my download folder.
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Just installed the Pigknob on my K3 and it works great. I would like to
speed up the default tuning rate from 100hz per rev to 1khz per rev. Is
there a K3 command to change the encoder tuning rate?
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I Just got home last nite, it was great to meet you last week. Looking
forward to seeing you again early next year.
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Is it still avlb? What is your asking price?
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I don't know if my problem is unique, but I am getting frequent P3 resets.
About every 10 to 20 min with the K3/P3 operating fine with either no
data fields showing or in the data mode, the external VGA monitor
freezes, and the P3 displays its reset notice P3 Boot Loader, Download
Firmware,
It appears that the amplifier keying line is always set to operate as
QSK with
no delay. This keying signal dose not follow the delay that is set for
the VOX
on CW. The only way that I have found to keep the keying line closed is
to put
the KX3 into xmit with the front panel button.
Will an
The CW delay is not the issue but the delay fore the amplifier keyeng
circuit. It is always set for QSK and dose not follow the delay that is
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Only on 6M when I operate above 250W, I have RF getting into my SSB
audio, using either the the R or F mic connector but slightly worse with
the R mic connector. I have installed Fer chokes on the audio input
lines with no improvement. Any suggestions.
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I have a new built KXPD1 for the KX1 that I have decided not to use (I
favor a small external paddle). $55 plus postage. I also have a
Parkwood mini paddle if anyone is interested. I can send photos.
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