Dave is where I got both of my Hex Key paddle covers. I looked forward to his
KX3 acrylic box carrier but he never made more than a couple of prototypes.
I’ve only ever seen him at Hamvention.
—
Marc
> On Feb 19, 2019, at 5:28 PM, Dave Van Wallaghen wrote:
>
> Announcing W8FGU Services, LLC
To conserve desk space, I’ve purchased “compact thin” wireless keyboards for
the P3SVGA and for the PX3. They all seem to work well.
And don’t forget the P3/PX3 ability to trigger macros from the function keys on
these keyboards. Very handy and I’m pleased Elecraft saw fit to include that.
—
The strongest hash moves up and down 8the 80 meter band.. But my main
objection is that it shuts down the KX3 at turn-on. I use it with the
PowerWerx PG40S and a 12 volt battery. Whenever I forget to turn on the SS30
first, I have to repower the KX3 and then use the menu to switch the power a
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D32PbJY60Uk
>
> http://www.wickedstone.com/KF5WBO/Mouse-n-ClickQSY.pdf
>
>
> Any of this of interest? How would you use a mouse (other than to QSY the
> rig's VFO frequency)?
>
> Joe
> KF5WBO
>
>
It'd be useful to change KX3 keyer speed as well, si
Threw away a stored RCR123 last week due to leakage. The light brown oily
fluid could be washed off the container but the positive pole of the cell was
partially gone. The other 3 cells were still charged and now in use.
That's the first rechargeable lithium I've seen with leakage.
--
Marc W8
Don, on a Mac, the port indicator is provided by the FTDI adapter. It's not a
simple 1,2, or 3. It's a complex set of characters sent by the adapter.
This is not a Microsoft system, it's a Unix derivative which gives the user a
more direct view of what's happening.
Apple's support response wa
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> On Jan 6, 2017, at 2:00 AM, Peter D. Vouvounas wrote:
>
> I presume some of you have been through a selection process to find a usable
> dimmable LED desk lamp with articulating arm that does not create RFI back
> into your Flex on HF.
>
>
I mounted (dual side adhesive tape) an LED strip
> On Jan 2, 2017, at 2:04 PM, E T wrote:
>
> I just switched over to a different one (Black & Decker) that keeps the SLA
> closer to 13.8. Of course when I use my PowerWerx supply I can set that to
> anything… :-)
But do not turn on the PowerWerx while the KX3 is running or you'll receive a
Sorry, K3, not K2.
> On Dec 29, 2016, at 2:36 PM, Marc Veeneman wrote:
>
> It refers to the dot on the K2 SPOT key. The other parenthesized characters
> refer to numerals on the same “keypad” on the front of the K3. The . is left
> of the CWT/0 key.
> —
> Marc W8SDG
It refers to the dot on the K2 SPOT key. The other parenthesized characters
refer to numerals on the same “keypad” on the front of the K3. The . is left
of the CWT/0 key.
—
Marc W8SDG
> On Dec 29, 2016, at 11:12 AM, Ken Arck wrote:
>
> Single quote is to the left of the 1 key `
>
> Ken
>
But greylist is more effective and less like a slap in the face to your
friends. He, and others making the same blunder, should seek alternatives.
--
Marc W8SDG
> On Aug 8, 2016, at 1:14 PM, Clay Autery wrote:
>
> Not my preference either, but sometimes, if your email provider makes a
> mist
> On Aug 4, 2016, at 3:37 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> Your KXPD2 should not have any issue with contact screws loosening over time.
> Please return them for rework. Sorry about that.
Mine arrived yesterday and I had to have Chris at Elecraft explain to me that,
"Yes, it will fi
These all look suspiciously alike, and have no branding on the keyboard itself.
I have this one, but sold under a different name. It works great.
I also have one that looks identical except for the ON-OFF switch. There isn't
one. It also works great.
One is on the P3/SVGA, the other is on
> On Jul 14, 2016, at 7:17 AM, MaverickNH wrote:
>
> The used K3/P3 option is attractive, but I miss out on the "Next Generation"
> hardware and add some risk for used equipment. Past the 1 year warranty, I'm
> only trusting the owner that "as is" is fully functional.
>
No Elecraft warranty o
Actually you can charge and operate at the same time. Basic charge voltage is
13.2 and finishing voltage is 14.6 volts. I've never had a problem with any
Elecraft (or other) ham gear at either voltage.
Float charge would work just fine but I wouldn't make a habit of it. The
control modules
My PowerWerx supply DOES generate those drifting noise spikes, ruining CW on 80
meters for me. I have yet to find a 13.8 volt switching supply that can
provide 25 quiet amps. I've gone entirely to batteries rather than use quiet
but inefficient linear supplies.
Now I only have SMPS noise wh
Joe, I sure hope Wayne and Paul are listening to you. They have a long list
of things to do with the PX3/KX3 but your ideas should rise to the top of the
list because they'll result in more sales for Elecraft.
This is the kind of low cost innovation and improvement they need while they
figu
My vote is for the KX3.
I have both the K3/P3/SVGA and the KX3/PX3/KXPA100. They are side by side in
identical wood cases made to hold either set along with a straight key, dual
lever paddle, and single lever paddle, wireless keyboard, and a 40 Ah battery
with charger. I operate 99% CW/data a
No battery charger installed.
> On Apr 16, 2016, at 4:27 PM, Joe W2KJ wrote:
>
> Howdy Fellow Elecrafters"
>
> Just received a previously owned KX3 s/n 6027 and am unable to set the
> realtime clock.
>
> The clock display is stuck on "45.85.85" and I can't reset the digits.
>
> I have anot
My K3/P3/VGA monitor are happy with power from
http://bioennodepot.com/lithium-iron-phosphate-lifepo4-batteries/bioenno-power-12v-40ah-lfp-battery-pvc-blf-1240w.html
It's small enough to lie flat on a shelf with 3.5" clearance with a footprint
smaller than my iPad.
My KX3/PX3/KXPA100 run on ano
o the LED power supply he planned to
install. He was surprised. I was appalled.
--
Marc SDG
> On Dec 21, 2015, at 4:13 PM, Jim Sheldon wrote:
>
> It is their BLF-1203T 12 volt, 3 Ah battery.
>
> Jim
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Dec 21, 2015, at 3:00 PM, Marc Veen
Which one? I didn't like the EMI from the 10 amp model but could live with it
if absolutely necessary.
I've been talking to them about the problem hams have with noise and we might
convince them to sell quieter LiFePO4 chargers.
--
Marc. SDG
> On Dec 21, 2015, at 3:51 PM, Jim Sheldon wrote:
Charger voltage as it finishes the internal balance cycle rises to 14.6 volts.
The K3 and KX3 seem happy then.
40 amp hours at 12-13 volts should last 4 hours key down. I don't usually last
that long. But the charger QRN is about S2 so you could conduct tag chew QSOs
while recharging.
My
BioennoPower LiFePO4 batteries solved my power supply birdies problem. I now
run the KX3/PX3/KXPA100 and the K3/P3/VGA monitor each from a 40 Ah battery.
They came with chargers so I habitually recharge whenever I QRT.
It's so nice to be free of AC mains restrictions and free from linear sup
My 4 pole adapter is in the form of a 6” Y cable with 2 female stereo jacks.
Mark, your order is spot on and you’re going to love that setup, just as I do
mine. As for speakers, let me recommend what I use. Formerly sold with the
brand name Kinivo, my most recent purchase was called Satechi:
Hi, Mark. I have 3 KX3s, 2 of them here in Grand Rapids and the 3rd in Vermont
at our summer home. I used the KX3 for a single operator battery powered Field
Day in 2014 on the deck in Vermont, so even have a bit of portable experience.
I think I can answer all your questions, but first let me
I just figure it's the digital equivalent of dirty capacitor plates in the old,
analog days. It's annoying but apparently just the encoding pulses scattering
pings into the circuits which find their way to my earbuds.
Unlike dirty capacitor plates, I can't see where to blow out the dust. :-)
Code oscillator and key helped my grandson learn Morse 750 miles away from ham
Opa. If this proceeds like fly tying he'll be teaching classmates soon.
--
Opa W8SDG
> On Nov 5, 2015, at 6:46 PM, Niel Skousen wrote:
>
> Found out last night that one of grandsons (6 1/2 yr) has developed an
When I started in the 1950s, we tuned kilocycles and announced Abel, Baker,
Charlie, Dog, Easy, Fox.
A thousand was M, a million was MM, and Greek was a foreign language.
Does current still flow from + to - in a circuit? If not, then most of my
early electronics training was fanciful and my El
I agree with Jim, especially during air conditioning season. Why pay the
electric company to heat with an Astron while I'm paying to cool with a Carrier?
Switchers win this battle.
--
Marc W8SDG
> On Oct 29, 2015, at 5:18 PM, Jim Brown wrote:
>
>> On Thu,10/29/2015 1:41 PM, Phil Hystad
Click on the Home link attached to every post.
> On Oct 29, 2015, at 11:48 AM, Richard Fredrickson via Elecraft
> wrote:
>
> New to this system. How do I unsubscribe to the mail list? Thanks.
> __
> Elecraft mailing list
> Home: htt
I used several different keyboards, including two from Logitech, but prefer the
slim wireless from Anker. I'm a touch typist and don't need a numeric keypad
for hamming, but I do want full size keys and full spacing. This is the best
I've found:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Wireless-Compact-Key
ey, sticky pads, probably the
> silicone material you're referring to. It is nearly impossible to move a
> paddle sitting on these pads, even if you want to!
>
> 73,
>
> /Rick N6XI
>
>> On Thu, Oct 15, 2015 at 3:27 AM, Marc Veeneman wrote:
>> While it's not as
While it's not as heavy as its older brother, the Mercury, the key is even more
stable when it lies on a thin silicone sheet.
If a silicone sheet, often used as gasket material, is not available, try
snipping short lengths of silicone tape and placing one under each Hex Key
foot.
It works
Facing the connectors (that is, looking at the back of the base) the connectors
are, left to right:
Key
Dash
Common
Dot
Bizarre, isn’t it? I often wondered what they were thinking. I guess you have
to look at the paddles first and think of the common as being centered. Then
the key li
Oh, no! Your set of hyperlinks, ALL OF WHICH WORKED FOR ME, were so helpful in
reintroducing me to radiotelegraphy after 40 dormant years.
I want you to know how grateful I am for your diligence in finding all those
sites and in keeping up the link validity. And I'm positive that I'm not alone
; but we don't have adequate test equipment to determine this.
>
> So...good place to stick a battery or power supply. But if there's any risk
> of it getting too hot inside, add some ventilation holes and possibly a fan.
>
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
>
>> On Sep 12, 2015,
You might consider it. I'd love to hide my LiFePO4 pack and the PowerWerx
power supply inside one. My PowerWerx V/A display just died anyway, no reason
to have it visible anymore.
--
Marc W8SDG
> On Sep 12, 2015, at 8:33 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:
>
> We don't have any current plan to offe
I use a BioennoPower BPP-120 pack full time, in the shack and portable. Its 10
Ah lithium battery supplies the KX3/PX3 with no RFI and powers the iPad at the
same time.
Handy form factor and light weight. I never use the inverter though.
--
Marc W8SDG
> On Sep 9, 2015, at 3:51 PM, Jock Irv
Food grade EverClear is 100% alcohol but government classified in the U.S. as a
taxable beverage. Buy it at a liquor store.
--
Marc W8SDG
> On Sep 8, 2015, at 9:14 AM,
> wrote:
>
> When you purchase alcohol to use as cleanup it's best to get the highest
> concentration you can get, else
-Paul
>
> Paul Saffren - N6HZ
> Project Manager
> Elecraft Inc.
> 831-763-4211 x122
> www.elecraft.com
>
> On 8/7/2015 2:09 PM, Marc Veeneman wrote:
>>> On Aug 7, 2015, at 3:18 PM, Paul Saffren wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi Marc,
>>>
>>> I w
> On Aug 4, 2015, at 2:50 PM, Richard Fjeld wrote:
>
>
> I too, experience lost characters, even spaces which are ascii characters
> also. Others have told me of the same problem. I have given up on reporting
> it to Elecraft.
>
> It never skips an element of a character, it is always t
Maybe I can offer a counterpoint, I do regret my K3 purchase. But I will not
be selling it.
That was the summary. Here, at great length, is the detail:
I had a KX3 with KXPA100 and liked it very much. I'm a CW operator and hope to
join the QRQ gang some day soon. But I spent the past 40 ye
> On Jul 28, 2015, at 4:03 PM, Edward R Cole wrote:
>
> (My opinion:) If buying a radio, I would buy the new K3S.
There is no warranty on the used K3 but the K3S is fully warranted by Elecraft.
That fact will end up costing me more for a recent production used Elecraft
device than
nd loop. With these
> changes I now have no RFI from either one.
> Hope this helps. 73
> Emory WM3M
>
> -Original Message- From: Marc Veeneman
> Sent: Wednesday, June 17, 2015 6:34 AM
> To: Fred Townsend
> Cc: Elecraft Reflector
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft]
Fred, you could be right about the meters being the problem. There are times
when the birdies will be quite stable, and other times when the move completely
across the P3 (or PX3) 40 kHz display in a dozen or so seconds. At this moment
they are stable but the meter reads a, also stable, 1.9 am
Mine is 6 months old, the version with the LED display, and the moving birdies
on 80 and 75 meters are so strong and so annoying that I turn the supply off
and operate from batteries if I operate for only an hour or so. I’m sorry I
bought the PowerWerx even though it is good looking and a nice
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