Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sub Receiver

2020-12-26 Thread John Lemay
LNK > And it works fine of course. It would have saved me hours of head scratching if someone at Elecraft had updated the manual . John G4ZTR From: Ken K6MR [mailto:k...@outlook.com] Sent: 26 December 2020 17:29 To: John Lemay; Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: RE: [Elecraft]

[Elecraft] K3 Sub Receiver

2020-12-26 Thread John Lemay
Hello all I have a K3 with the sub-receiver installed, and working. But . The handbook says < Holding SUB links the VFOs (whether the sub receiver is on or off). The kHz decimal point of VFO B flashes as a reminder. VFO A is the master, moving both VFOs in tandem. > I cannot get this to

[Elecraft] K3 wanted - UK

2020-10-31 Thread John Lemay
Hello all I'm looking to buy a used K3 in the UK. Must be fully operational and must include the USB rear connection. Not fussed about other options and would be happy with 10w or 100w rig, with or without ATU. A K3S would also be acceptable, if the price is affordable ! Please drop me a line

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Pigremote availability

2018-01-04 Thread John Lemay
Tim Hope you make a full and speedy recovery. It is your aerial which radiates your transmitted signal - therefore operating the radio from a different room is unlikely to help you, it might even put you in a higher RF field. However, if you are able to use the internet to remotely operate a

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Equipment chat group

2017-05-01 Thread John Lemay
I'm sure we don't need another Elecraft group - what we do need is more respect from those who think this is a place to post almost anything OT. Count me out. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Michael Walker Sent: Monday,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sub receiver

2017-02-09 Thread John Lemay
far, only on the main rx. Hence my question. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Nr4c [mailto:n...@widomaker.com] Sent: Thursday, February 9, 2017 18:48 To: John Lemay Cc: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Sub receiver Wrong question. It's already there. The USB audio

[Elecraft] K3 Sub receiver

2017-02-09 Thread John Lemay
Hello all I hope this is not a dumb question .. I have a K3 (not S) which has the sub receiver and has been updated with the KIO3B. I have main RX audio available on the USB port. Can I have the sub RX audio on the USB port - and if so, how is it done ? Many thanks John G4ZTR

Re: [Elecraft] P3 TX Monitor

2017-01-25 Thread John Lemay
the sensor is rated, and would also like to include 23cms. Thanks again John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 12:37 To: John Lemay; Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3 TX Monitor John, There

[Elecraft] P3 TX Monitor

2017-01-25 Thread John Lemay
I'm considering adding the TX Monitor to my P3. Can I use my own directional coupler for UHF/SHF, or is it essential to use the Elecraft RF Sensor ? Thanks John G4ZTR __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 RF feedback

2017-01-22 Thread John Lemay
Erik Sounds like an intermittent patch lead. You need to find it, otherwise it will come back and bite you - guaranteed to be at the worst possible moment ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of E T Sent: Sunday, January 22,

Re: [Elecraft] No power out and no receive

2015-09-30 Thread John Lemay
If there is no receive capability at all on the radio it could be quite a serious fault - either with the radio or the feeder or aerial. I'd suggest that under these circumstances trying to transmit is a daft idea. Rigs these days are pretty well protected, but not completely foolproof. John

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 won't tune the 6 meter antenna

2015-07-06 Thread John Lemay
I can't help you with the KAT500 question, but with a 13 to 1 SWR on 6m you would be strongly advised to improve the match at the aerial. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of George Rebong Sent: 05 July 2015 23:15 To:

Re: [Elecraft] KPA100 U6 voltage issue

2015-06-28 Thread John Lemay
Cathy With several observed voltages being an order of magnitude wrong, I would suspect the meter - or, dare I suggest, the user ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Catherine James Sent: 27 June 2015 19:11 To:

Re: [Elecraft] PR6 power/control plug

2014-04-15 Thread John Lemay
Colin The PR6 comes supplied with the necessary plugs ready wired - a phono for power and a 15 way D connector for control. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Colin Sent: 15 April 2014 03:52 To:

Re: [Elecraft] KX3-2M module?

2014-04-07 Thread John Lemay
The answers to some of these questions are on the Elecraft web pages in the KX3-2m FAQ. Always best to go to the source to avoid conjecture ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Lance Collister, W7GJ

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV power output and tune mode

2014-03-31 Thread John Lemay
Hello Mine is much the same - it can run from about 3w to 9w max. It would be great to have a larger range of adjustment in a more linear progression. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft compatible WX station

2014-03-02 Thread John Lemay
I have a Davis Vantage Vue, and by complete coincidence I have had to take it down today. It has failed after two years. Tried new battery, many hard resets etc but it is now totally non-functional. I have therefore no hesitation in not recommending Davis Instruments. John G4ZTR -Original

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft compatible WX station

2014-03-02 Thread John Lemay
Of John Lemay Sent: 02 March 2014 12:25 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft compatible WX station I have a Davis Vantage Vue, and by complete coincidence I have had to take it down today. It has failed after two years. Tried new battery, many hard resets etc but it is now

Re: [Elecraft] Would anyone like to see an all-mode VHF/UHFoffering from Elecraft?

2014-01-31 Thread John Lemay
Ed and all Don't forget that the situation in Europe is somewhat different. In 6m and 2m IARU Region 1 contests there is the potential for 600 to 800 contacts in a 24 hour period. On 70cms it's around 250 QSO's for the leading groups. And in the UK we have VHF evening activity contests where

Re: [Elecraft] Weird K3 SSB problems

2013-12-25 Thread John Lemay
Have you got anything connected to the line in socket ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Brian Alsop Sent: 25 December 2013 17:29 To: 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: [Elecraft] Weird K3 SSB problems

Re: [Elecraft] Serial Connection for K2

2013-11-06 Thread John Lemay
I similarly spent ages hunting down noise from my PC and associated cables. There are USB leads available which have a transparent outer sheath, which show off the silver plated screen. I thought this was just a gimmick, but it turns out they were quite effective. Remember you'll probably need

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Roofing filters

2013-08-06 Thread John Lemay
Ivan You'll get as many different views here as there are combinations of different filters ! Roofing filters are quite easy to add at a later date (ease depends somewhat on the options installed), so my suggestion is to go lightly at first and see how you get on with just a couple of filters,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and Mutek Transverter combo?

2013-06-11 Thread John Lemay
Peter I have the internal 2m transverter for the K3, and the facility to use an external one instead - so, yes, it can be done. Here's my settings from the CONFIG menu: XV1 ON = yes XV1 RF = 144 XV1 IF = 28 XV1 PWR = L1.50 XV1 OFS = -0.61 XV1 ADR = Int Trn0 XV2 ON = yes XV2 RF = 144 XV2 IF =

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV Strange Readings

2013-05-17 Thread John Lemay
I'm sure this issue was raised only a week or two ago - worth checking back ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Chad Wasinger Sent: 17 May 2013 13:12 To: mtebe...@mchsi.com;

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Mic noise while monitoring eq.

2013-03-23 Thread John Lemay
Iain This rings a bell with me, but it's way back in the past so my memory could be wrong ... Do you have MIC+LIN IN turned on ? (sorry I'm not near the rig at present so the exact terminology may be incorrect). If so try turning it to just MIC on and see if the issue is solved. John

Re: [Elecraft] Contest free zones

2013-03-22 Thread John Lemay
I really, really, really wish that people would not drift so far from Elecraft topics Thanks in anticipation John G4ZTR _ From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: 22 March 2013 03:38 To:

Re: [Elecraft] P3 - spikes that never move

2013-02-27 Thread John Lemay
Bill I'm sure this very question was asked only a few days ago - so, no you are not the only one. Generally these seem to be at a very low level and are often obscured by band noise - that will depend on the characteristics of your location and aerial. The problem will be most clearly observed

Re: [Elecraft] XV144 transmits 5kHz low

2013-02-26 Thread John Lemay
You need Elecraft Tech Support ! -Original Message- From: kd...@denstarfarm.us [mailto:kd...@denstarfarm.us] Sent: 26 February 2013 03:36 To: John Lemay Cc: 'K3 List' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] XV144 transmits 5kHz low On Saturday Lemay used a Straight-Key to send: -Original

Re: [Elecraft] XV144 drops power if PWR is moved during xmit inUSB mode

2013-02-26 Thread John Lemay
Bob I can't bring to mind any user setting which would cause this issue. However, before getting out your sledgehammer, I suggest you run through the TX Gain Calibration routine, which is in the manual - pay particular attention to the Milliwatt Calibration because this is the power level used

Re: [Elecraft] XV144 transmits 5kHz low

2013-02-23 Thread John Lemay
Bob For some reason I have not received your original mail, so excuse my piggy back on Don's reply. Firstly, 5kHz is a long way off ! If people called me 5kHz away, I probably would not hear them at all. Secondly, as Don says, the way the transverter works, with just the same one

Re: [Elecraft] P3 generates noise on 144 MHz

2013-02-12 Thread John Lemay
Roger About a year ago when I was using my K3, K144XV and P3 combination I went through most of the suggestions you have received . The noise floor was reduced to almost satisfactory levels, but not quite. Two further things occur to me: The DC cable to the P3 is just over a quarter wave

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Atennuator

2013-02-02 Thread John Lemay
I think Rons suggestion will only work if ... i), you turn off the AGC and ii), the linear range of the audio stages is not exceeded. Otherwise, the AGC will work to keep the audio level relatively constant - that's what it's there for ! John G4ZTR _ From:

Re: [Elecraft] DX SPOTS IPAD

2012-12-14 Thread John Lemay
I use iCluster on my iPhone. Works fine, includes some basic filters Just search for dx cluster in your apps shop. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Kenneth Waites K5WK Sent: 14 December 2012 14:46

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware 4.58 - Problem using K144XV

2012-11-18 Thread John Lemay
Is this fixed now ? Thanks John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick Sent: 16 November 2012 15:43 To: Geoffrey Downs Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware 4.58 -

Re: [Elecraft] (OT} Spam influx

2012-11-13 Thread John Lemay
What spam influx ? No problems here, maybe my ISP deals with them. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Alan Jump Sent: 13 November 2012 16:31 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] (OT} Spam

[Elecraft] K3 filter WTB

2012-10-31 Thread John Lemay
Morning all A long shot:- does any UK user want to sell me a used roofing CW filter for the K3 ? Prefer 500Hz but open to suggestions. Thanks John G4ZTR __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 7644 (20121030) __ The message was checked

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PR6 preamp

2012-07-09 Thread John Lemay
Another benefit of using short patch cables for the PR6 is that it's a bit easier to access the connectors beneath it, like the paddle socket. John G4ZTR _ From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Pierfrancesco Caci Sent: 09

Re: [Elecraft] test post

2012-06-22 Thread John Lemay
The reflector is receiving and sending out your mail just fine John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Yahoo! Sent: 22 June 2012 03:10 To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] test post Sorry for

Re: [Elecraft] K3: PTT IN problem - cause found...Thanks from VK7JB

2012-04-17 Thread John Lemay
Tony Can I suggest that you might have a better response if you start your own message with a suitable header, instead of tagging on to an unrelated message ? Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] N6BT Antennas

2012-03-17 Thread John Lemay
His home page says he's had lots of email problems .. -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John E. Reiser Sent: 17 March 2012 12:48 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] N6BT Antennas Does

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - FM deviation

2012-02-26 Thread John Lemay
Ed Same here. It's an issue that was raised many moons ago and I believe that Elecraft made some software changes to address this. In my humble opinion, it's nowhere near right yet. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Setup and CM500 Headset Questions

2012-02-22 Thread John Lemay
Just to put the record straight:- BIAS settings are ON or OFF. GAIN settings are LOW or HIGH. The front panel mic connector can have an additional gain stage switched in, for exceptionally low output mics. All on p52 of the manual (Rev D10). John G4ZTR -Original Message- From:

[Elecraft] K3 numbers

2012-02-10 Thread John Lemay
Hi all I'm writing a short article about the K3 for my club magazine. I'd like to include a couple of statistics:- How many K3's have been produced ? How many were kit form ? Ball park figures only. Thanks John G4ZTR __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus

Re: [Elecraft] Monitor (OT)

2012-02-10 Thread John Lemay
I think it's more important to consider the proximity of the monitor to the aerial, rather than the amplifier. With a bit of luck, it's the aerial doing the transmitting and receiving, not the amplifier. This brings several variables into the equation, such as aerial gain and direction (if any),

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Internal Tuner Question

2012-01-02 Thread John Lemay
John I would struggle to explain this, but I'm quite certain that what you are seeing is quite correct and nothing to worry about. The Palstar is showing you the swr of the antenna and feedline. The K3 ATU is matching the transmitter to this impedance. The ATU does not change the antenna

Re: [Elecraft] Rusting screws

2011-12-08 Thread John Lemay
I'm pleased that I did not pay for something (stainless screws) which I don't need. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W0MU Mike Fatchett Sent: 08 December 2011 15:27 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] K3 and P3

2011-12-05 Thread John Lemay
Hi all Rick said If you have a P3, unplug the RS-232 connection(s) and it will show you your audio during transmit. That way, you don't have to trust your ears to make the adjustments in timbre. Request (Wayne/Eric): Can we make the P3 have this ability without unplugging the I/O? It's

[Elecraft] K3 TX Inhibit success

2011-12-03 Thread John Lemay
Further to my mail yesterday, I am now able to confirm that my system is running with TX INHibit in use. Primary control between RX and TX is achieved with a footswitch controlling my sequencer. That in turn controls TX INHibit. So, unless I hit the footswitch, the K3 will not produce any power

[Elecraft] K3 TX Inhibit

2011-12-02 Thread John Lemay
Hello I have a question about the TX INHibit function of the K3. I want to use this with an external sequencer to ensure that my rig, amplifier and masthead preamplifier (on 2m) are controlled in a safe manner, and that even pressing the XMIT button or turning on VOX does not lead to a mishap.

[Elecraft] FW: K3 TX Inhibit

2011-12-02 Thread John Lemay
Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Lemay Sent: 02 December 2011 19:35 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 TX Inhibit Hello I have a question about the TX INHibit function of the K3. I want to use

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] RX audio distorted on FM

2011-11-25 Thread John Lemay
Pete I confirm it's normal and common with most rigs. But if you don't like the background noise on FM you can use the squelch control to cut it out. Careful setting of the squelch will ensure no background noise but as soon as a weak station is received it will break the squelch and you will

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 audio muffled?

2011-11-15 Thread John Lemay
Chuck I agree with Joe's diagnosis. Try an experiment:- Run 100w from the K3 alone and get a report. Then turn back the power so that K3 plus amplifier is producing 100w. See if the report is now OK, or muffled. If the report is OK, it could be RF feedback which only occurs at high power. If

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV observation

2011-11-11 Thread John Lemay
Peter Do they disappear when the P3 is turned off ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Peter Torry Sent: 11 November 2011 11:14 To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K144XV observation

Re: [Elecraft] Invitation to connect on LinkedIn

2011-11-07 Thread John Lemay
My name is not Robert -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of James Miller via LinkedIn Sent: 07 November 2011 16:43 To: Robert johnson Subject: [Elecraft] Invitation to connect on LinkedIn LinkedIn

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and JT65-HF

2011-10-19 Thread John Lemay
You will also need a means of making the K3 go into transmit. A work-around would be to use VOX. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: 18 October 2011 22:22 To:

Re: [Elecraft] Breakthrough from 28MHz to 144Mhz

2011-10-15 Thread John Lemay
Hello Roger I also have the K3 with internal transverter. 10m is certainly lively today ! I have the P3 as well, and have used this to evaluate the breakthrough from 28MHz, which I find to be between -45 and -50dB. With my HF vertical it means that a number of 10m signals are audible as

Re: [Elecraft] Join my network on LinkedIn

2011-09-28 Thread John Lemay
I'm getting fed up with these invitations from people I have never heard of, and who insist in calling me Robert ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Giancarlo Moda via LinkedIn Sent: 27 September

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Owner's Manual

2011-09-16 Thread John Lemay
An additional note, I tried to download the web res version due to my patchy internet link, but it begins to download the high res version. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Pratt Sent: 16

Re: [Elecraft] K3: SSB vs. CW/DATA A with TVTR

2011-09-07 Thread John Lemay
Hi Udo Have you tried adjusting the TXG VCE in the configuration menu ? Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Udo Langenohl - DK5YA Sent: 07 September 2011 13:59 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV output power range

2011-08-09 Thread John Lemay
Stan I missed your original post, so I'm appending to this one. My K144XV can be controlled from about 2w to 9w. I would hazard a guess that you may be overdriving and sending something into compression in an attempt to get more power out. It would also help if you could borrow another

Re: [Elecraft] Transmit audio frequency shift on USB?

2011-07-25 Thread John Lemay
Nothing to worry about: unless your contact knows your voice face to face (ie not over the radio), I don't think they can be sure what is right or wrong. Anyway, 50Hz off at 14MHz is peanuts. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] P3 RFI

2011-07-07 Thread John Lemay
Good morning all I raised the issue of noise coming from my P3 several months ago. It is noticeable on 2m, using an EME array that is about 50ft from the rig. There is a combination of azimuth and elevation in which the array looks directly at my shack and under those circumstances the noise

Re: [Elecraft] TX Inhibit options

2011-06-29 Thread John Lemay
It looks like TX delay is a max of 20ms, probably not enough for your purpose. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Roger Banks Sent: 29 June 2011 11:19 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re:

Re: [Elecraft] 70 MHz on K3

2011-05-28 Thread John Lemay
That would be nice. I raised this question many months ago and don't recall seeing a reply from Elecraft. My guess is that the bandpass filters won't permit this, but we can hope ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] 70 MHz on K3

2011-05-28 Thread John Lemay
[mailto:n...@elecraft.com] Sent: 28 May 2011 08:51 To: John Lemay Cc: pa3...@xs4all.nl; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 70 MHz on K3 It would require a transverter, such as the K144XV. What I don't know is whether there would be much demand for a 10-watt 70 MHz transverter

Re: [Elecraft] K3V - another new product speculation

2011-04-09 Thread John Lemay
Serious ops go the transverter route because rigs such as the 847 and 2000 are a compromise, and in particular because their performance on the vhf / uhf bands is not too good - poor dynamic range, reciprocal mixing issues etc. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] s-meter data logger software available?

2011-04-05 Thread John Lemay
I wonder if there is any way the P3 could do this ? Convention has the P3 displaying signal strength v frequency. Could it show signal strength v time ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Richard

Re: [Elecraft] PLL Control Voltage Range

2011-03-28 Thread John Lemay
Ken I can only comment on my own K3 which does not have a second receiver. Variations from 1.5 to 5v are entirely normal - you are observing the voltage on the voltage controlled oscillator. You will see it change gradually as you tune across a band, and then jump as you step to another band

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-25 Thread John Lemay
Hi Graham Yes. With or without that cable seems to make no difference. Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: Graham Kimbell G3TCT [mailto:g3...@lineone.net] Sent: 24 March 2011 20:49 To: John Lemay Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-24 Thread John Lemay
Well, I have undertaken a lot of work to address this problem:- 1. taken apart the P3 and doubly made certain that contact between the various chassis parts is good. 2. taken apart the K3 and paid particular attention to the contact areas around the rear panel and IF output area. 3. placed

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-23 Thread John Lemay
David Yes, I do. Try placing your hand immediately in front of the P3 screen and it will act as an aerial, making the situation quite a bit worse. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Pratt

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-23 Thread John Lemay
It seems to me that the noise is being radiated by the screen itself, and no amount of cabinet scraping will reduce this. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: 23 March 2011 18:52 To:

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-23 Thread John Lemay
March 2011 19:20 Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3 On 3/23/2011 11:56 AM, John Lemay wrote: It seems to me that the noise is being radiated by the screen itself, and no amount of cabinet scraping will reduce this. That's entirely possible -- but it's also

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-23 Thread John Lemay
1:18 PM, John Lemay wrote: I think at this stage I should also make it clear that I have a highly sensitive 2m system with masthead preamplifier, and four eight element yagis which are at present quite close to ground level. Does the strength of the noise vary as you rotate the antenna? Jim

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from P3

2011-03-23 Thread John Lemay
Interesting ! I'll try some more ferrite tomorrow . John -Original Message- From: David Pratt [mailto:da...@g4dmp.fsnet.co.uk] Sent: 23 March 2011 21:31 To: Ken Roberson; John Lemay Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; j...@audiosystemsgroup.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Noise from

Re: [Elecraft] K3 speaker reflector

2011-03-18 Thread John Lemay
I'd be interested in an efficient forward facing speaker in a matching cabinet, say, P3 size. Or just a matching cabinet; I guess many of us could do the rest ! John G4ZTR www.aerial-parts.co.uk -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 S meter calibration

2011-03-15 Thread John Lemay
It hasn't always been like this and I'm sure there will be a software fix. I hope it's on the Elecraft to do list ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Roger Dallimore Sent: 14 March 2011 19:30 To:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 not recieving

2011-03-11 Thread John Lemay
Mike, you're right, the posting has been hijacked ! I'd be interested to know from the originator of the query whether an answer has been found to the K3 reception issue. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] K3 not recieving

2011-03-08 Thread John Lemay
Vernon At risk of pointing out the obvious, with a short(ish) vertical you'll probably need to receive with the pre-amp switched on, and the attenuator switched off, on most bands. Even with, (quite literally) a screwdriver poked into the antenna socket, you should hear a good number of signals

Re: [Elecraft] BNC adapter question

2011-01-02 Thread John Lemay
I think the idea of a couple of short cables is better. It gives you flexibility of where to put the PR6, and I'll be putting mine under the rig (just far enough forward that the rig still sits on its feet). Using right angle connectors might make access to some of the other rear sockets

Re: [Elecraft] Love/Hate your K3

2010-11-29 Thread John Lemay
Hi Stewart TMP connectors can easily be made up with nothing more than a soldering iron (for the centre pin) and pliers (for the outer). It's a one-way trip - they're not designed to be undone. If you have an intermittent I think it's a fair bet that one of the pins looks like it is soldered but

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Installation times for options

2010-11-13 Thread John Lemay
Hi Rick I've recently added the 100w PA, and took a leisurely hour or so. No hassle at all. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rick Stealey Sent: 13 November 2010 19:23 To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] P3 not displaying any signal {wexp3}

2010-11-09 Thread John Lemay
Ron There's a very simple test you can do:- Connect a receiving aerial direst to the IF Input of the P3. You should see a rise of some 10 or 20dB in the noise floor. You have remembered to connect the tmp cable from the RF board to the front panel haven't you ? Regards John G4ZTR

Re: [Elecraft] two 2m-Transverters for diversity reception on 2m

2010-09-13 Thread John Lemay
Joe I'm not sure if you will get true diversity reception unless the transverters are identical and have frequency locked oscillators. I stand corrected if there are experts on this forum ! Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Import to the UK

2010-08-18 Thread John Lemay
Hi Simon Just to confirm: you'll pay a Parcel Force handling charge and then VAT on the total value. There should be no import taxes. If you have a dispute, it's easier to pay and argue afterwards, otherwise you won't get you nice new rig until it's all settled. Your letter from Parcel Force

Re: [Elecraft] k3:TX Monitor-some odd sound -beta?

2010-05-03 Thread John Lemay
John Yes, I get this artefact. It's been evident ever since I got my K3. You will notice that it is made worse by excessive mic gain or compression. I hope it is an artifact in the monitor circuit, and not on the transmitted signal ! Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV enabling

2010-03-25 Thread John Lemay
Jacques Are you certain that you have Firmware 3.71 (or later) loaded ? Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of f9oj.7 Sent: 25 March 2010 16:42 To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] K144XV enabling

Re: [Elecraft] Adding options later for the K3

2010-03-24 Thread John Lemay
Mike It's refreshing to hear from someone who is not considering buying the 100w kit with almost every single option on day one ! Building the basic kit will give you a first class rig at a very competitive price and will give you the confidence to go back inside and add options when you need

Re: [Elecraft] {K-3} K144XV

2010-03-19 Thread John Lemay
The datasheet is quite clear - 2m reception is possible on main and sub-receivers. Diversity reception is not, because there's only one 2m antenna connection. Waiting for my k144XV too ! John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Elecraft[K-3] K144XV

2010-01-08 Thread John Lemay
It looks like TX Delay is variable from 8 to 20mS. Perhaps this range could be increased in the software ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Giulio Pico - IW3HVB Sent: 08 January 2010 09:23 To:

Re: [Elecraft] Spurious

2009-12-21 Thread John Lemay
Ken I wonder how big the signal was in his receiver? Sounds like it could be overload at the other end. Do you have another rig in your shack that you could do the same test with a local ? John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 Receiver Noise Level -- Evaluation and Adjustment

2009-12-20 Thread John Lemay
Hello Sverre Thanks for putting your spectral analysis on the web page. It's very interesting and I decided to do my own test. I used Spectrum Laboratory, but it displays similar information to Spectran. I have deviated from white or pink noise, because most of the time we are listening to real

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] K3 Receiver Noise Level -- Evaluation andAdjustment

2009-12-20 Thread John Lemay
Hi Joe My measurements were taken from the Line Out on the K3, with the line out setting of 15. No modifications. Regards John -Original Message- From: Joe Subich, W4TV [mailto:li...@subich.com] Sent: 20 December 2009 17:58 To: 'John Lemay'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE

Re: [Elecraft] K144XV or XV144 transverter?

2009-12-08 Thread John Lemay
David The secret with these RA Mitsubishi modules is getting the heat away, and they're not very efficient at all. The earlier M series were a little better (I notice that's what shows on Elecraft's web site pictures but no doubt they have had to upgrade when stocks ran out). Looks like the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 used prices - UK

2009-09-21 Thread John Lemay
I think that part of Julian's original mail has so far gone unanswered - that is the question of valuing used Elecraft K3 series equipment. There hasn't been much for sale recently so there is little to go on. My starting point, I think, would be around 2/3rds of the price you paid. Of course,

Re: [Elecraft] small feature wish for K3

2009-08-23 Thread John Lemay
Wolfgang You need CONFIG SW TONE set to OFF. The default is off but someone must have switched it on for you ! 73 John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wolfgang Schwarz -DK9VZ- Sent: 22 August 2009

Re: [Elecraft] K3 FIRMWARE, Rev. 3.25: Improved NR, 10-Hz SHIFT steps, Received CW WPM display, VFO noise reduction, etc.

2009-08-15 Thread John Lemay
Brett There's one more parameter to check: AF LIM If you set this to small numbers (say 1 to 5) you will get almost no audio with AGC OFF. Hope it's as simple as that ? Regards John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] K3 VFO Tuning noise reduction

2009-08-14 Thread John Lemay
Hello all Has anyone carried out the VFO tuning noise reduction modification yet ? The photo is a little unclear (or maybe it's my eyes) - it looks as though one resistor-diode combination has the anode connected to the resistor and the other pair has the cathode connected to the resistor. Have

Re: [Elecraft] K3 VFO Tuning noise reduction

2009-08-14 Thread John Lemay
Aha Question answered - I see that the application note has been updated since I took a copy !! -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Lemay Sent: 14 August 2009 08:38 To: 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware 3.23 is very nice!

2009-07-30 Thread John Lemay
David I expect it's pre-beta, out with a selected test group. I expect the rest of us will see it in a few days time. John G4ZTR -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Pratt Sent: 30 July 2009 07:24 To:

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