[Elecraft] K4 remote; how easy to set up?

I understand the K4 can be remotely controlled by another K4 via a direct ethernet connection. How easy is this accomplished with the K4? Is the operation on CW and SSB seamless provided a decent connection is available? I may wish to remote between two homes at some point and having the

Re: [Elecraft] P3

And how about pigs and chickens? :) You gotta' love spell check... John K7FD > On May 22, 2021, at 9:51 AM, Andy Reistetter wrote: > > Can a P3 copy cow like the PX3? > > Sent from my iPad > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Got Mojo?

Now that's putting your money where your mouth is! Great smile! John K7FD > On Apr 30, 2021, at 9:42 AM, Richard Isaacs wrote: > > Wanna see Mojo? Here’s how a friend of mine spent his Stimulus > Cheque. > >> On Apr 30, 2021, at 12:18 PM, Macy monkeys wrote: &g

[Elecraft] Got Mojo?

I'm sitting here in a vintage Elecraft 'Got Mojo?' T-shirt. My XYL N7SG found it sitting in our bottom dresser drawer. Must be 20 years old. Amazingly, it still fits :) John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Shipping update?

That don't cut it with me. Share the good news brothers and sisters. Let's hear from new K4 owners! John K7FD > On Mar 1, 2021, at 7:47 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > I know one person who has a production K4. He doesn't want his name > publicized because he doesn't want to be flooded with

Re: [Elecraft] Signals wild...signals caged

While we are all narrowly focused on the K4 my guess is Wayne takes a somewhat broader view of the world. Indeed, a man of many talents. John K7FD > On Jan 28, 2021, at 10:43 AM, > wrote: > > Wayne, > > Me thinks you studied the liberal arts at one time before you took > electronics

Re: [Elecraft] Signals wild...signals caged

My favorite songbird is the double speed sideswiper, aka 'the cootie.' A rare breed with a distinctive voice. Once uncaged, mine usually lands on 40 or 80 meters... John K7FD > On Jan 28, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > My son is an avid birdwatcher. As his understudy, I've

Re: [Elecraft] Yaesu FT DX10

You forgot the biggest negative; it's a Yaesu :) I own the FTdx101D and despite its Sherwood rating it's a pretty mediocre and uninspiring operating experience for me. YMMV. John K7FD > On Jan 5, 2021, at 8:34 AM, Morgan Bailey wrote: > > By now probably most everyone has read Rob Sherwood's

Re: [Elecraft] New Years Prediction

Always an optimist in the crowd :) But I hope you're right... John K7FD > On Dec 30, 2020, at 8:50 AM, Dave Cole wrote: > > My prediction is that the K4 will ship next year... :) > > 73, and thanks, > Dave (NK7Z) > https://www.nk7z.net > ARRL Volunteer Examiner > ARRL Technical Specialist,

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

the the terrific service, but the >> pops are a big annoyance to me even with the suppressor. >> I still am evaluating if I want to keep this thing or put it up for sale. >> K3bo >> >>> On Fri, Nov 20, 2020, 9:11 PM Macy monkeys wrote: >>> >>&g

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

Agree. I have had a parade of 'better' rigs come and go through the shack...but my K2 built over 20 years ago is still here. John K7FD > On Nov 20, 2020, at 5:41 PM, Robert G Strickland via Elecraft > wrote: > > John... > > Jim has the resume to back up his opinion(s) which I do not have.

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Main Power - ON 24/7/365?

What surge protector are you using? John K7FD > On Oct 20, 2020, at 6:04 AM, KE8G wrote: > > Hi Jack, > I've had both my KAT500 and KPA500 powered on 24/7 for the last several > years, as I operate them remotely from my second home in Texas. The > KPA500's AC power is connected through a

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Transformer

Even the 'normal' hum was too much my tastes. My KPA500 is now on the floor, under the desk with a remote digital readout on the desk. John K7FD > On Oct 19, 2020, at 6:25 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > When the KPA500 first came out, there were lots of complaints about hum. > This made it

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Pricing Posted

Mine was made in Japan but I heard others are made in China. John K7FD > On Oct 3, 2020, at 7:59 AM, Bill Steffey NY9H wrote: > > where did Yaesu make the new 101 > >> On 10/3/2020 10:08 AM, Macy monkeys wrote: >> I have the FTdx101D. It wasn't made by worker

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Pricing Posted

I have the FTdx101D. It wasn't made by workers in America and I don't have a pipeline to the designers. Those two things alone might be considered worthy of the extra expense. But K4 performance will be proof of the pudding. John K7FD > On Oct 2, 2020, at 9:09 PM, Dave wrote: > > I was

Re: [Elecraft] [K4] Shipping??

It's not midnight yet on the west coast :) John K7FD > On Aug 31, 2020, at 9:44 PM, Nr4c wrote: > > Sent from my iPhone > ...nr4c. bill > > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Seeking comments on Ham Expo from participants

As far as my visit to the virtual hamfest, all I know is I miss the good old days already. John K7FD > On Aug 23, 2020, at 8:00 AM, Ian Kahn, NV4C wrote: > > While I enjoyed the Virtual Ham Expo, there were some aspects I thought could > be improved. I sent this feedback to Eric Guth via

[Elecraft] Very pleased with KV5J Digital Display Unit for the Elecraft KPA500

in a stout metal housing. Keith was quick to answer my emails. Very pleased! I have no connection to Keith or his products other than being a satisfied customer. John K7FD > On Jul 13, 2020, at 3:04 PM, Macy monkeys wrote: > > I purchased it exactly for those reasons; my KPA500 is on a sh

Re: [Elecraft] Digital Display Unit for the Elecraft KPA500

I purchased it exactly for those reasons; my KPA500 is on a shelf under my operating desk. The DDU will enable me to see what I can't easily see now. Perfect solution. And yes, my DDU arrived today and I will soon give it a shakedown cruise... John K7FD > On Jul 13, 2020, at 12:58 PM, Keith

Re: [Elecraft] Digital Display Unit for the Elecraft KPA500

With any USPS luck I will be taking delivery of mine today unless delayed. Will report to the forum how I like it... John K7FD > On Jul 13, 2020, at 5:58 AM, Keith Ennis via Elecraft > wrote: > > I am not sure why my formatting got stripped out. I will try again. Keith > Ennis (KV5J) is

Re: [Elecraft] "On second thought, I'll take the stairs."

I'm all for learning CW but I hope those who graduate take it further than just the midweek CWT and weekend contests. I enjoy a good CW raghew and those are becoming mighty rare. John K7FD > On Jul 12, 2020, at 1:18 PM, "weave...@usermail.com" > wrote: > > Hi Steve, > Welcome to the ham

Re: [Elecraft] "On second thought, I'll take the stairs."

Great way to start a discussion on an otherwise lackluster Sunday! I'm even more of an reactionary  No personal computers attached to my rigs. And I've given up paddles and keyers for cooties. I'm hopelessly lost in the past!! John K7FD > On Jul 12, 2020, at 8:07 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] K4 info?

I just registered for my free ticket to the ham expo; just looking at the speaker list alone, this ought to be an awesome event! John K7FD On Jul 7, 2020, at 1:51 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: >> Weren’t we supposed to get some videos on the rig along with other info? > > > Eric and Margaret

Re: [Elecraft] Early Production K1's

I have K1’s 78 and 52, built a long, long time ago. Still percolating perfectly. Never had any problems. Used no. 78 in Field Day without nary a hiccup. John K7FD > On Jul 1, 2020, at 9:50 PM, Tony wrote: > > All: > > I may have found the K1 I've been looking for. It's serial number is in

[Elecraft] Having fun with K1 and FD...

...but not sure everyone is maintaining a social distance of 6 kHz ;) John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] New CW audio recording: K3 vs. K4D

6TV > >> On Wed, Jun 24, 2020, 8:48 PM Macy monkeys wrote: >> >> When I say smoother it's a very subjective observation. You mentioned AGC >> differences and that may very well be what I'm hearing. >> >> John K7FD >> >> On Jun 24, 2020, at 8:42

Re: [Elecraft] New CW audio recording: K3 vs. K4D

When I say smoother it's a very subjective observation. You mentioned AGC differences and that may very well be what I'm hearing. John K7FD > On Jun 24, 2020, at 8:42 PM, Bob Wilson, N6TV wrote: > >> On Wed, Jun 24, 2020 at 8:33 PM Macy monkeys wrote: > >> Overall, th

Re: [Elecraft] New CW audio recording: K3 vs. K4D

Overall, the K3 sounded a little smoother to my ears. I do not own a K3 nor have I ordered a K4. But I would be happy with either one! John K7FD > On Jun 24, 2020, at 7:24 PM, Bob Wilson, N6TV wrote: > > 73, __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Field Day

They should give extra credit for using pencil and paper... John K7FD > On May 24, 2020, at 2:31 PM, stephen shearer wrote: > > "To be listed as Class A, all contacts must be > made with transmitter(s) and receiver(s) operating independent of commercial > power mains." > > IN the past...

Re: [Elecraft] K4???

I'm letting my locks down for lock down. Grow, baby, grow. Never mind I have no hair on top. Neither did Ben Franklin. I'll cut my hair when the pandemic runs out of steam. John K7FD > On May 15, 2020, at 7:48 PM, Drew AF2Z wrote: > > I cut my own hair-- it is passable at "social distancing"

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/KX2 remote for FD

I thought FD was all about potlucks and greasy food :) John K7FD > On May 14, 2020, at 11:10 AM, Jim Brown wrote: > >> On 5/14/2020 7:56 AM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: >> However it has become a "contest" to see who and what organization can >> accumulate the most points. A contact is a

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones

If the manual says the headphone must accept any interference, I doubt Bose will do much. John K7FD > On May 9, 2020, at 1:32 PM, Mark Goldberg wrote: > > Have you contacted Bose? They are FCC part 15 and even say this in the user > manual: > > This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones

That's a bummer. The wired Bose QC25’s show no signs of RFI while running my KPA500. I even bought a spare pair of QC25’s when the price was right. I do go through a few batteries...maybe two a month. The noise cancelling sure wipes out all ambient room noise, amplifier fan noise, TV, and

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones

100% Bose QC25 here. Lightweight. Over the ear. Stay cool. Noise cancelling. Love 'em! John K7FD > On May 7, 2020, at 10:38 AM, Ken Widelitz wrote: > > I recently received the Bose Quiet Comfort II headphones as a gift. I used > them on my next flights to PEI for airplane noise reduction

Re: [Elecraft] Upper limits of KPA500?

I ragchew on CW and have my KPA500 fan set on level 2 as a default. I don't really keep an eye on the temp. When I hear fan level 3 kick in, that's my cue I've been too longed winded and time to turn it over :) John K7FD > On May 6, 2020, at 11:03 AM, Tom Azlin W7SUA wrote: > > Hi Dave, >

Re: [Elecraft] Upper limits of KPA500?

I think reaching fan speed Level 5 requires clearance for take off :) FWIW, Wayne answered my CQ on 40 CW today with his K4. Of course, it sounded terrific. I want one!! I wonder if I can convince the XYL to contribute her economic stimulus check to the cause? Hmmm... John K7FD > On May 3,

Re: [Elecraft] New Mystery: Copying groups vs plain language text (Rather OT)

You win! Hard to top that :) John K7FD > On May 1, 2020, at 3:48 PM, donov...@starpower.net wrote: > > When I was 16 years old I was offered an engineering job at our local > TV station -- the NBC outlet in Providence RI -- after I graduated from > high school. But they said I had to have a

Re: [Elecraft] OT: The Colpitts mystery

I took my General at the FCC office downtown Portland in the late 60s. The examiner was a tough and gruff staffer named Francis McCann. IMHO, he was extra tough on 14 year olds, hi. You know my heart was racing when that series of V's came through those headphones! John K7FD > On Apr 29,

Re: [Elecraft] QRO - KPA500 Failure

I run my KPA500 output just below the level I feel I can get away with...without lighting up the neighborhood. About 350 watts :) John K7FD > On Feb 6, 2020, at 2:06 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > I've never seen much if any advantage in running a linear below its rated > output. I know

Re: [Elecraft] Winter Field Day this weekend

...I even heard one '10-4.' But I'll admit he was wall-to-wall and tree-top tall ;) John K7FD > On Jan 25, 2020, at 6:57 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > I worked several stations this afternoon during Winter Field Day. I found > several precisely on 7.175 MHz on LSB. In checking

[Elecraft] KPA500 on AM...

One more question then I'll go back into hibernation. What is considered a safe drive level for the KPA500 when operating AM? I haven't tried it yet but I imagine the cooling fan goes into jet takeoff mode. Thanks, John K7FD __

Re: [Elecraft] Ameritron 240V inrush limiter: any benefit on a KPA500?

Thanks, Ron! I understand NO, hi! John K7FD > On Jan 18, 2020, at 10:06 AM, Ron Durie wrote: > > NO. Solid state amps do not need inrush protection. 73's > > Ron WB4OOA > Elecraft K-Line > > > > __ > Elecraft mailing list >

[Elecraft] Ameritron 240V inrush limiter: any benefit on a KPA500?

Does an inrush limiter like the Ameritron ICP-240 offer any benefit to the KPA500? Thanks, John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Dug my K2 out today

Yep, I use the 6000 mAh battery on my K2 and the 3500 mAh on my K1 (s/n 52). Both batteries work great! John K7FD > On Jan 14, 2020, at 3:46 PM, Gwen Patton wrote: > > I'm looking over on a rack at our K2, serial #1641. My partner Maggie K3XS > and I built it many many moons ago. It's still

[Elecraft] Dug my K2 out today

Hard to believe 20 years have gone by since I built my K2. Well, I think it's been close to 20 years. I have S/N 586. In any event, I put it on air today. Somehow it got buried behind a flurry of other late model rigs. What a pleasure to listen to the K2 receiver; signals come in like there's a

Re: [Elecraft] CW

FWIW, I'd rather hear two signals willing to ragchew at 20 wpm than one contester at 40 wpm ;) Happy New Year to all! John K7FD > On Dec 31, 2019, at 12:17 PM, Frederick Dwight wrote: > > N6IET has some good insights. For sure some methods of learning code are > more efficient than others.

Re: [Elecraft] Reaching across the chronological divide

We only have 12 years left; why worry? :) John K7FD > On Dec 14, 2019, at 6:46 PM, EricJ wrote: > > We're missing the point here somehow. Siri's answer should have been "The > best way to contact Helen is to pick up your phone and call her." > > Anything else is pretty much a waste of time

[Elecraft] KPA500...standby vs. operate

I am in and out of the shack all day with various nets and ragchews. Is there any advantage to putting the amp into standby between QSOs...or should I just leave it in operate? John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] K$ Delivery Euope

Am I the only one finding the K$ typo mildly amusing? :) John K7FD > On Oct 10, 2019, at 2:15 PM, Ray Spreadbury via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi Udo > > I spoke to Eric at the UK Hamfest a couple of weeks ago. He said that > probably deliveries to Europe would be more like May/June/July with

Re: [Elecraft] Fantastic Service

Better yet, interest her in becoming a ham! Annette N7SG > On Oct 3, 2019, at 5:50 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > >> On 10/3/2019 5:25 PM, Ken B via Elecraft wrote: >> Now to somehow convince the CFO and chief cookie counter > > Get her interested in sewing machines or looms. I NEVER have to ask my

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 - Advantage of min fan speed?

During a CW ragchew with a 20 wpm 400 w transmission duration of approximately 5 minutes I was being bothered by amp fan kicking into high gear towards the tailend. So I set the fan to level two; my amp is down under my desk so fan noise is minimal. Now I can enjoy a CW ragchew without the amp

Re: [Elecraft] How much power can a KPA500 handle in bypass?

I have my FTdx101D set to 50 watts max output. Been guilty of forgetting to turn it back to 20 watts a couple of times. So far been lucky. It seems to have survived 50 watts but it sure set the alarm off. John K7FD > On Aug 22, 2019, at 8:55 AM, Kevin, N4TT wrote: > > I believe accidentally

Re: [Elecraft] K3/P3 FS - Price Reduced!

:) > On Jul 28, 2019, at 6:36 AM, Mike Murray wrote: > > *Original* > $2,149.95 K3/100-F1 K3 100W Xcvr. (Factory assembled) Serial #3746 > 329.95 KAT3-F 1 K3 ATU > 109.95 KXV3A1 K3 RX Ant, IF Out & Xvrtr Int > 649.95 KRX3 1 K3 2nd RX

Re: [Elecraft] K4

Will the K4 make a showing at Sea-Pac? John K7FD > On May 21, 2019, at 2:52 PM, Jim Ewing wrote: > > Also consider: All day Friday and Saturday at Dayton, Eric and Wayne were > standing there out in front of their booth, two guys engaging with a big > and continual throng of hams and their

Re: [Elecraft] Prospective K4

8" display with 3D spectrum scope. I'm enjoying it on the FTDX101D while I wait for the K4... John K7FD > On May 5, 2019, at 8:36 AM, Joseph Trombino, Jr wrote: > > Howdy Gang. > > I’ve built and owned Elecraft gear since 1999. > > Still have my KX3 and KX2. > > I bought a Flex 6600M rig

Re: [Elecraft] OT: BIZARRE OFFERING FROM MFJ

Ouch. John K7FD > On Apr 7, 2019, at 9:35 AM, Ken G Kopp wrote: > > Perhaps the matter stems from the nationality of MFJ's owner and a > different set of values. > > K0PP > >> On Sun, Apr 7, 2019, 10:28 Wayne Burdick wrote: >> >> I've used many MFJ products and in have had very little

[Elecraft] KX-1 no output

Anyone run into all of a sudden zero output power? John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted

Re: [Elecraft] The case against touch screens

So much for tongue in cheek humor... ;) John K7FD > On Mar 24, 2019, at 6:52 PM, W2xj wrote: > > Old news. They have existed for a while. > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Mar 24, 2019, at 9:43 PM, Dave Cole (NK7Z) wrote: >> >> I suspect touch screens are just a fad for rigs... Imagine one

Re: [Elecraft] Will there be a K4

Do you think the 'K4' will have a touch display? Seems to be all the rage nowadays. Yaesu's 3D display looks intriguing. Whatever the K4 turns out to be, if it's over 25 lbs I'm not interested. Was never so happy as the day I sold that 57 lb TS-990S. John K7FD > On Mar 24, 2019, at 12:16 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] Will there be a K4

But then again, do you want to be on the bleeding edge...or settle for the comfort of a known quantity? Personally, I love being first on the block...but my bookkeeper doesn't always agree. John K7FD > On Mar 24, 2019, at 10:31 AM, Dick Dickinson wrote: > > If you want to be on the safe

Re: [Elecraft] Will there be a K4

It will be announced just after you unpack your new K3S :) John K7FD > On Mar 24, 2019, at 10:16 AM, wrote: > > Before I spend money on a K3S, I’m just curious.. is a K4 in the planning > stages? I bought my K3 and unpackaged it and just days later the K3S was > announced. I was livid..

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 external mains switch

Yes, lightning was a concern. Regarding an external mains switch, I read in the manual that circuitry remains ON for remote operation when the amp is off. I don't need the circuitry to be on. However... ...it sounds like I need not worry about either! Thanks! John K7FD > On Jan 18, 2019, at

[Elecraft] KPA500 external mains switch

Is anyone in the US using a separate 220v external mains switch on their KPA500? I'm wondering where these are available. Or is anyone using a 220 v surge protector? Are these available for the NEMA 6-15 plug? John K7FD __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] FW: New customer message on December 14, 2018 at 02:22 AM

When you listen to the K2's receiver it's like there's nothing between the antenna and your headphones but signal. John K7FD > On Jan 4, 2019, at 8:29 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > If I could throw in a few thoughts: > > Building my K2 was by far the most fun building experience in my 45 years

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Need Recommendations for Powered Speaker for KX3 (WU6R)

I drive the aux port of my Sangean WR-11 wood cabinet tabletop radio. Sounds fantastic. Best speaker I've found yet; tons of audio, no distortion, no RFI. John K7FD > On Dec 22, 2018, at 3:03 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > >> On 12/22/2018 2:08 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: >> Sounds like RF getting

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 AC power

There you have it; DX is obviously better on 120V! :) Good luck on those last two, Wes! John K7FD > On Dec 12, 2018, at 6:17 PM, Wes Stewart wrote: > > I run my complete station on a 120V 20A circuit. > > Wes N7WS > > 9-band DXCC, need two for top of the Honor Roll. > > > >> On

[Elecraft] TX Delay

As a new KPA500 owner, any suggestions for the proper TX delay setting on my IC-7610? Thanks, John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] Just a thought...

052 and 078 are also regularly on the air! John K7FD Annette N7SG > On Nov 13, 2018, at 7:20 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Hi Norm, > > I power up all my E-gear periodically, including the K1, to remind myself of > how much fun it was to design (and to build S/N 001, which always

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 hum; horrendous

ource. > > 73 > > Bob, K4TAX > > >> On 11/6/2018 10:47 PM, Macy monkeys wrote: >> I'm certainly having my troubles with this new KPA500. The level of hum is >> unacceptable. >> >> The manual says it is normal to hear hum. With 20 w drive I'm gett

[Elecraft] KPA500 hum; horrendous

I'm certainly having my troubles with this new KPA500. The level of hum is unacceptable. The manual says it is normal to hear hum. With 20 w drive I'm getting 350 watts out but the hum is horrendous when I send CW. SSB not so bad. Is this level of hum normal during keydown? It's room

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Fuse holder frustration!

gt;> On Tue, Nov 6, 2018 at 10:27 PM Macy monkeys wrote: >> I got past the problem. I started the top and bottom door sides over the end >> of the fuses BEFORE pushing the fuseholder into place. To do this, the fuse >> holder had to be sticking out about 3/32"... >>

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Fuse holder frustration!

I got past the problem. I started the top and bottom door sides over the end of the fuses BEFORE pushing the fuseholder into place. To do this, the fuse holder had to be sticking out about 3/32"... John K7FD > On Nov 6, 2018, at 7:05 PM, Macy monkeys wrote: > > The end

[Elecraft] KPA500 Fuse holder frustration!

The end of 6 amp fuses are bucking upward towards the back panel keeping me from closing door. What is the secret? I'd love to play with this new amp but I'm stymied... John K7FD __ Elecraft mailing list Home: