Re: [Elecraft] 43 ft Vertical

ne element that is a half wave long. -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions COGRC Emergency Communications Rick Dettinger wrote: = It is an antenna and a good one,

Re: [Elecraft] 43 ft Vertical

"The proof of this - you would never dream of putting up half of a dipole. Hi Hi" Sure. It's called an End Fed Half Wave dipole. Oh, but to some, that's not an antenna. -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC

Re: [Elecraft] HRD cw copy

trivial. Don't get me wrong, I think HRD/DM780 is the best "one stop" solution for logging, rig control, digital work on the market today, and the price is right, FREE, but the Morse code decoding needs some work. Simon has a real love for amateur radio to put so much time into a

[Elecraft] W1 Questions

I'm getting ready to build my W1 SWR/Watt meter. Before I start, are things I should consider. Enclosure? Mounting BNC off-board? External power? COM port mounting? Inquiring minds want to know. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 29

[Elecraft] RE: A Bad Thing Happened To My K2 - Update 10/4/2008

witch. After replacing K12, my next project on the K2 is to install the KAF2 audio filter board. Then I will have all options except the KPA/100, DSP and 60m modules. I guess at some point I should upgrade S/N 0539 to Revision B. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K

[Elecraft] RE: A Bad Thing Happened To My K2 - Update 1

same RX results on the receive ANT. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions COGRC Emergency Communications -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED

[Elecraft] A Bad Thing Happened To My K2

mething dealing with 40m receive. It is so bad I can't even hear the local oscillator around 7000 KHz with the pre-amp on. There is no CW or SSB receive. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-

RE: [Elecraft] Where have all the K2s gone...

hams willing to part with a major chunk of change for a K3, but I'm priced out of the market. I hope they continue their great success. Oh, and the Elecraft amplifiers are also out of the question pricewise, too. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539

RE: [Elecraft] K2 repair

r for help support is no one thinks less of you for needing help and asking for it. -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions COGRC Emergency Communications Ron D'Eau

Re: [Elecraft] Wow - disappointment with the KSB2 Kit

bly manual for a large model rocket kit and it has taken me over 6 months and several revisions to date. -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions COGRC Emergency Communications

FW: [Elecraft] Calling the K3 USERS GROUP on SSB

g friends on CW. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 MQFD # 128 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions COGRC Emergency Communications- Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Win

Re: [Elecraft] Mojo

craft Forever! K2 Mojo, the real deal. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Cenution Goody K3NG <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: = I was away from this reflector for several years after I built my K1 (#505), just due to email volume and other things going on. I returne

[Elecraft] Walk A Mile In Elecraft's Shoes First

s, families, and lives on the line to start a small business? If I have to tell you the answer, here's your sign. Let Elecraft do what it does best, design, produce and distribute the finest amateur radios in this niche hobby. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Pro

[Elecraft] RE: [QRP-L] Can a R5 vertical be ground mounted??

uncontrolled (accessible by the average person). Accessible means can they get near the radiating portion of the antenna. I have a Cushcraft R-7000 vertical mounted 8 feet above ground in an area of my lot that is fenced and locked (controlled area). Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC

RE: [Elecraft] restrictive CQs? SKCC, Fists etc. - protocol on who we can play with

about winning or placing, it is about having fun, making contacts, and meeting new friends. So if you ever hear me calling CQ FISTS or CQ SKCC or CQ SKS, do not hesitate to call me. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 T20 QRP

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Keyer

Kevin, Any you thought we could not hear you because of band conditions? The secret is out now, you don't even like the code you send. hi hi. 73 Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Edtior, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 # 00539 FISTS -- SKCC -- QRP-ARCI -- etc., etc., etc., blah, blah blah

RE: [Elecraft] Conception of a K2

ted on the rework eliminator. K2 Rework eliminator http://www.unpcbs.com/ Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Beha

RE: [Elecraft] K2 #4595 - (was Almost Dead) Head Hanging in Shame

No shame Ed. We all learned something today. Thank you for sharing. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: = Well Bill, remember that word ASSUME? If you ASSUME you make an ASS out of U and ME? After Don's reply I checked theba

[Elecraft] Want-To-Borrow; Book - Understanding, Building, and Using Baluns and Ununs

Does anyone have this book that I can borrow? Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Editor, The SKCC Centurion K2 # 0539 FISTS # 2972 cc 1806 SKCC # 2240 C56 ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPion ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for February 4th & 5th, 2007

I did not hear either net tonight from Arizona. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Elecraft K2 S/N 0539 Fists # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 QRP-ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPions -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Sunday, February 04, 2007 9:07

[Elecraft] Bands In Sad Shape

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[Elecraft] KAT100 Question - Thank You

Don (W3FPR), Tom (N0SS), Don (N4HH), Gregg(W9DHI), Thanks for the reply about constructing the special "Y" cable and information that the signals are separate and will not conflict. Looks like Santa will be visiting the Elecraft store. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ > -Ori

[Elecraft] KAT100 Question

I read where the KAT100 requires the KIO2 module to control the auto tuner, which I have. How do I connect the KAT100 to the K2 and still use the KIO2 for rig control? -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

[Elecraft] My K2 In The ARRL 10 Meter Contest

0500z. Saturday was much less active when I had operating time and Sunday I managed only 2 QSOs. In total I had 41 QSOs for a total of 2700 points, all working CW at 5w from my K2. -- Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to

[Elecraft] Carry Handle For K2

Some time back I saw a K2 with a carry handle mounted on the right side. Does anyone remember this? If you have a carry handle on your K2, I'd be glad to hear from you and receive pictures. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ K2 # 0539 FISTS # 2972 cc 1806 SKCC # 2240 ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQ

Re: [Elecraft] K2 keeps on keepin' on

ives. 'Never in the history of man, have so few done so much with so little.' Elecraft reigns supreme. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ K2 # 0539 FISTS # 2972 CC 1806 SKCC # 2240 ARCI # 12647 AZ ScQRPion Lloyd Lachow <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: = Gosh...I used to be moti

[Elecraft] Did You Know.....

ot running conputer control? Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinf

[Elecraft] Major Solar Flare - X9 Class

not Earth-directed. Future eruptions could be, however, because the Sun's spin is turning the spot toward Earth. Sunspot 929 will be visible for the next two weeks as it glides across the solar disk. Please visit http://spaceweather.com for more information and updates. -- Mark, KJ7

Re: [Elecraft] Mic Gain, K2/100

for $20. The links to Bob's preamp kit are not valid. Maybe someone else knows how to reach Bob. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Bill Acito <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: = I was finally able to get my K2 (#0061) upgraded to a K2/100 just prior to CQWW this past weekend.

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for October 29th & 30th, 2006

I listened and searched, but heard nothing in Glendale, AZ. Mark, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2006 9:10 PM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for October

[Elecraft] My K2 Still Has Its MOJO

I finally heard KJ7?. I shot back my call twice and was rewarded with KJ7BS TU 559 559 BK. It was so natural, my exchange, ES1QD TU 599 599 OP MARK MARK QTH QTH AZ AZ 5W 5W QRP QRP. He acknowledged my 5W QRP and sent 73 DE ES1QD TU. I just worked Estonia on 40m with 5w from my K2 and received

Re: [Elecraft] RS-232 communication failure

Remember, the KIO2 does not use an RS-232 cable! The KIO2 requires a special cable for computer control. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ K2 S/N 0539 Per Enocson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: = Back from my summer vacation, my K2/100 and PC don´t get along a

[Elecraft] Sun's Next Stormy Cycle Starts

Found this on Yahoo's News repository today. http://news.yahoo.com/s/space/20060821/sc_space/sunsnextstormycyclestarts Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to po

[Elecraft] KIO2 For S/N 0539

display on Ham Radio Deluxe change as I rotated the VFO dial and changed bands. I know this is going to be an excellent accessory for my K2. This included the MPU v2.04 upgrade. It looks like Elecraft makes another quality kit. THANKS ELECRAFT! Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ

Re: [Elecraft] Need advice on the Iambic key

was an Extra class operator. That made an impression on me and to this day I do my best to "pay it forward" when I hear the slow unsteady fist of a new CW op. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft

[Elecraft] Undetectable Radar

Keep an eye on this one. Undetectable Radar! The inventor says it sounds like static on a receiver. http://tinyurl.com/nf7aq BTW: It is an interesting end to the URL the TinyURL generated for this link. ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@m

Re: [Elecraft] Slow Code Watering Holes? QRS-CW & FISTS

est in the next few weeks. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ "Stephen W. Kercel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: = Fellow Elecrafters: At the KS1R Field Day operation we had a bunch of 5 wpm operators who wanted to try their hand at CW on our GOTA station. They were

Re: [Elecraft] Need RG-174 And 1N34A - I GOT SOME

I've located the parts I need (thanks Ron). Thank you to everyone who responded to my query for parts. This is truely a great list. I hope I can return the favor some day. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Gelndale, AZ "Mark Saunders wrote: = I am in need of a few 1N34A

[Elecraft] Need RG-174 And 1N34A

I am in need of a few 1N34A diodes and about 3 feet of RG-174 coax. Does anyone on the board have these that I may purchase? Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post

[Elecraft] K2 - No RF Output

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RE: [Elecraft] Wha'ts Wrong With Our Radios (WAS:NewProducts, Building Demo, T-Shirts, Amp and More.)

eyes. The K2 front pannel is easily remoted and I've seen a few K2s mobile with the front remoted. Very slick. Now if I can only get my K2 transmitting again, I would be in business. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Ron D'Eau Claire <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: =

[Elecraft] FS: AZ ScQRPion Paddle Kit - SOLD!

Holy CW! That's the fastest I've ever sold anything. My AZ ScQRPions Paddle kit has been sold. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: Mark Saunders, KJ7BS [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 14, 2006 6:30 PM To: Az Ham; &#x

[Elecraft] FS: AZ ScQRPions Paddle Kit

t has been opened to check for parts, but nothing done with the kit. Price: $30 plus $3 shipping. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber

RE: [Elecraft] Wow, antennas really do matter

Ok, I've read about the PAC-12 antenna and I'm almost convinced to get/build one. It's a short vertical, right? What is its performance? It's got to be a compromise, right? Would a larger coil diameter with wider spacing between the winds improve performance? Mark Saun

[Elecraft] K2 # 539 Lost RX Above 30M

ideas where to start? Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] Lead Free SMD Components?

I was shopping Mouser for components for a project. I noticed the SMD devices I need are "Lead Free". Will I have any trouble soldering these components with Tin/Lead solder? Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing li

Re: [Elecraft] test/AA7EQ

With a callsign like that, no wonder. Just kidding! That statement is more appropriate for my callsign. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: Bob Baxter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: 2005/12/21 Wed AM 09:40:19 EST To: El

Re: [Elecraft] ECN 12-12-05 Report(s)

floor. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: Tom Hammond <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: 2005/12/12 Mon AM 09:09:23 EST To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ECN 12-12-05 Report(s) Hi Folks: I called both of the Elecraft C

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net NO NET

Kevin, I hope and pray for you. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Rock Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2005 10:04 PM To: Elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net NO NET I am sorry folks there

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for December 5th, 2005

It is that blessed gigantic (gi-normus as my son would say) sunspot. I saw the solar flux get over 100 the past few days. Ten meters was open most of the weekend, too. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ Elecraft K2 S/N 539 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

[Elecraft] RE: WONKY Should be Wonky

I realized that after seeing it in my in-box, "hey that looks like a callsign." I should not have used all caps, sorry for the confusion. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: James Kern <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: 2

[Elecraft] OT: WONKY

"WONKY"... That is so funny. I've not heard that one for a while. I have a list of interesting words I've heard people use in my lifetime. WONKY is near the top. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: "

[Elecraft] Argentina Station On 30m

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Re: [Elecraft] K2 Microphones

tor as the Kenwood, so I thought this a good match. I've since purchased a second Kenwood hand microphone, on eBay, so I have one for each radio. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ From: "Wayne Reed" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]

[Elecraft] ARRL November Sweepstakes CW

n. AND THE #1 ITEM 1. Calling CQ SS and having a station respond with 'SEC?' to determine if they want to work you. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You

RE: [Elecraft] k2 offset frequency, and FISTS

s 2000 UTC 14.058 2300 UTC 7.058 Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ <><><><><><><><><> FISTS # 2972 Elecraft k2 S/n 539 <><><><><><><><><> If it aint fun, You aint doing it right. AZ ScQRP

RE: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Report for October 9th, 2005

I checked in to the ECN today. Interesting! I will be checking in on a weekly basis. CW speed was a little fast for me, but it gives me practice to copy at higher speeds. My keying was not good today (some days I can't send CW for my life) so I commend NCS for copying me. Mark Saunders,

[Elecraft] K7C - Bagged Him

signals on 40, 30, 20, or 17 meters. Then a little before 0200 UTC signals started coming up. Did we have another X class solar flare today? Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ <><><><><><><><><> FISTS # 2972 Elecraft K2 S/N 539 <&g

RE: [Elecraft] What is this?

That is interesting. Too bad he was right at my noise level and I don't have my beam up yet. Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ -Original Message- From: W7RY [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, September 26, 2005 7:56 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; ele

[Elecraft] What is this?

This evening I heard a station sending CW with an unusual call, RU3HD/ANT. What is the /ANT? Mark Saunders, KJ7BS Glendale, AZ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list