Re: [Elecraft] DC Buck Boost

2013-05-15 Thread Matthew Zilmer
18650s should be spot welded to tabs. Matt W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Clint Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:08 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] DC Buck Boost FYI, there are a

Re: [Elecraft] GPD 10 MHZ Reference

2013-05-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Make sure the HP's output signal level is about right (~12.5 dBm, I think...) before using it. If it's a square wave output at 5V/0V, you're supposed to add a series resistor. I think this is all in the K3EXREF manual. 73, Matt W6NIA -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] K3, AM Bandwidth

2013-05-02 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Think about the FM filter (13 or 15 KHz bandwidth). Matt Zilmer W6NIA Semper Gumby -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ray on Sent: Thursday, May 02, 2013 1:47 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject:

Re: [Elecraft] Power issue

2013-04-29 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Check the terminal voltage when the batteries start charging. If it's below 13.8V when loaded and charging is enabled, you would get the LO SPPLY message. The KXBC3 charges at a VERY low rate (around 200 mA), so it's not likely that the charging itself is loading the PS down. Matt Zilmer,

Re: [Elecraft] 4-pound Field Day, anyone?

2013-04-26 Thread Matthew Zilmer
For your #2 work in progress: I've asked Grace Frisk (The NicdLady) to put together an NiMH 14.4V pack. I should have it next week. My idea was similar to Wayne's, but I wanted to operate the external pack at a higher voltage than is typical for standard cellpacks. Field Day is my target

Re: [Elecraft] Just updated my software !! I EVEN DID IT :-)

2013-04-25 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The release notes should give you any functional and use case changes. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Russ Pakulski Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2013 10:13 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Speaker, Season finale

2013-04-23 Thread Matthew Zilmer
That speaker is probably a licensed copy of the Moto speaker used on Syntors, Micors, Mitreks, etc. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA Semper Gumby -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim McDonald Sent: Tuesday, April 23,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 as an antenna analyser

2013-04-16 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Turning the KX3 to the purpose of antenna analyzer can be done easily using a host program on a PC or MAC. It will only be able to give you SWR, nothing more than that. See the KX3 Programmer's Manual for details. If your station is so equipped, the LP-100A can be used as a vector antenna

Re: [Elecraft] K3 -- Transmit / receive audio equalization ?

2013-04-11 Thread Matthew Zilmer
You could use the PF (programmable function) keys for two profiles, or some of the Mx (memory) keys if you have more than two. Matt Zilmer Consultant W. 909.394.6052 C. 909.730.6552 E. mzil...@magellangps.com 279 E. Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA. 91773 Semper Gumby -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] problems connecting HRD to kx3

2013-03-18 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try using Kenwood too. Matt Zilmer W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Michael Mardis Sent: Monday, March 18, 2013 9:38 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] problems connecting HRD to kx3

Re: [Elecraft] OT: beware of strange replies to your ads

2013-03-12 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Net 5? Tor, maybe? Matt Zilmer Consultant W. 909.394.6052 C. 909.730.6552 E. mzil...@magellangps.com 279 E. Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA. 91773 Pecca Fortiter -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jeff Schmidt

Re: [Elecraft] Thanks Elecraft

2013-03-08 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Same here. In the low 4 MHz range (MARS ops), I had a number of low amplitude oddball spikes. I am also very happy to report these are now below the noise level. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net]

Re: [Elecraft] DSP Revision Question

2013-03-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Rev C = Rev D may have been component changes only. I believe Rev D changed the LPF corner frequency. The board fab level is likely the same, Rev C. That', or Rev C board fabs are compatible with Rev D assembly changes. Normally (not sure on Elecraft's 'normal') a paper label is placed over

Re: [Elecraft] TX5K

2013-03-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Well, OK then. On 30m, using my KX3 at 5W, worked them this morning. Dual RX helped A LOT! 73, Matt Zilmer W6NIA Pecca Fortiter -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft Sent:

Re: [Elecraft] Watch the ions

2013-02-26 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Interesting aside... I worked for an In-Flight Entertainment development firm, and our premier product line was a series of Ku-band sat receivers for EchoStar (Dish). The EchoStar footprint drops off severely at US borders. Dish had a similar restriction to the one that Ron found re PBS. In

Re: [Elecraft] Kansas Snowstorm

2013-02-21 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Next time, demo your straight key or paddle for her. If she's too young to have a lot of language skills yet, now is the time to learn! CW is, after all, a language. 73 Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell:

Re: [Elecraft] K3XREF Question

2013-02-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hi Bob, I use the Trimble Thunderbolt as a 10 MHz reference. This is a GPS disciplined clock, using GPS as the main time reference and an OCXO. The time and 10 MHz output are both very precise, in the 30 PPT range (though this precision varies, but not by even an order of magnitude). You

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] and RMS Express, Winlink.

2013-02-11 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hey Gil, For WL2K and all data modes, just use Line In and Out to your sound device. You can key the KX3 via the serial port, using DTR or RTS via the USB-Serial adapter. Doing this requires a current-limiting resistor in series on the control line (DTR in my case). I'm using 3.3K for mine,

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} NB and Sub-rx

2013-02-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try enabling the sub's NB with BSET active. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} NB and Sub-rx

2013-02-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Matthew Zilmer Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2013 1:31 PM To: t.izak; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3} NB and Sub-rx Try enabling the sub's NB with BSET active. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} NB and Sub-rx

2013-02-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
on my K3. Then, while BSet is still active you can hold the NB button to choose your desired settings. This also applies in an identical manner to NR. 73, Mike K2MK Matthew Zilmer-2 wrote Sorry. Next time I'll read the entire email before shooting my mouth off. Matt Zilmer Consultant

Re: [Elecraft] Info on front panel LEDs

2013-02-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
You might want to try setting the LCD and/or LED levels again, using MENU. If the panel LEDs and LCD backlight both come on when you power up, there isn't anything wrong with the hardware. 73, Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel:

Re: [Elecraft] KXAT3 Internal Antenna Tuner Question

2013-02-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Don, I have a related question. A lot of my HF operations are Navy-Marine Corps MARS. All of our allocated frequencies are outside the ham bands, and many are not even close to a band edge. How does the K3 remember ATU settings outside the bands, or does it even have logic to support this?

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Smarter Charger

2013-01-30 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Good statement, Chip. Right on the mark. For quite a while now (since inception?), Elecraft's design philosophy has been to make their products bulletproof. That's not the same as being perfect, but there is also heavy emphasis on best value per dollar spent. This is a close approximation

[Elecraft] K3 ESSB question - data modes

2013-01-28 Thread Matthew Zilmer
In MARS, we use a mil data mode called M110A which requires 3 KHz of TX and RX audio bandwidth to achieve a low error rate at the higher bitrates (2400 and 4800). I've been trying it using DATA A, but error rates on the RX side (for non-K3 RXs) is still higher than acceptable. I'm assuming

Re: [Elecraft] K3; Main menu and Config menu settings

2013-01-23 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hi Richard, Where (on the Elecraft website) are these files located? Thanks, Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 or KX3 on my sailing yacht?

2013-01-21 Thread Matthew Zilmer
This is true. There is a smallish guard band around the US CB 27 MHz frequency range; no TX inside of that range. It's something like 26.8 MHz to 27.5 where no TX is ever permitted. Elecraft's standard unlock utility program unlocks TX outside the Amateur bands from 2 to 25 MHz. The region

Re: [Elecraft] Broadcast band interference

2013-01-08 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Use the RX SHFT function. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] KXV3 vs KXV3A

2013-01-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
You could remove the left side panel and look for the two TMP sockets facing out of the end of the KXV3A. These are for the K144XV. If you have the KXV3, there will be no TMP sockets. See the K144XV installation manual. There is a photo, showing the TMP sockets on the KXV3A, on p13. Matt

Re: [Elecraft] Wall wart for KX3

2012-12-19 Thread Matthew Zilmer
George has an excellent point (killing good radios), but be advised that the KX3 is designed to work from pure DC power (batteries) and doesn't tolerate power supply ripple and transients well. So filtering of the DC is necessary as well as good regulation. Most wall warts out of the box have

Re: [Elecraft] K3EXREF

2012-12-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Recheck your TMP-coax connections. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KUSB Noise Query - K3

2012-12-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
USB uses differential signaling. Your problem may not be conductive noise, but instead it could be radiated directly from the adapter, where the ferrite won't help. KeySpan makes a USB - serial adapter that is pretty much noise-free. Its model is HS19, I think. Matt Zilmer Consultant -

Re: [Elecraft] K3 key clicks

2012-12-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The K3 is the most click-free CW transmitter available on the market. Better take a look at the 5000's receiver! Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit

Re: [Elecraft] Why are my messages being cut off at the subject line?

2012-12-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Everything below Subject looks like an attachment? Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX1 power supply

2012-12-11 Thread Matthew Zilmer
About 1/4 S-unit. For the risk of violating whatever component ratings, I'd leave it at 13.8V. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] Big weakness in Macro's

2012-12-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
A while back, I wrote a CW functional test for the K3. In doing this, I ran straight into the programming problems cited earlier by Ed. My solution wasn't very innovative or elegant (not being involved in the firmware development at all), but it was adequate and met the requirements. After

Re: [Elecraft] [K3} AGM Battery recommendation for K3

2012-11-29 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The power arrangement in my shack is similar to Jim's, with slightly different bits and pieces. Battery: Optima 75AH AGM, model D31M; Siemens SR50 x 2 - 100W of PV solar panels on roof; Micro-M Plus charge controller, modified for 8A output; Transfer switch, homebrew. Selects Samlex 1235 PSU

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 ERR IOA IOB

2012-11-21 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The 10.2 to 11.4V is about right. I'd suggest you contact support for the IO errors. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Looking for QRP Balun

2012-11-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try the BL2 on Elecraft's web page. I have two of these and they work fine up to 200W. And they're quite small too. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit

Re: [Elecraft] K3 additions

2012-11-01 Thread Matthew Zilmer
If you're really into CW, you might consider one of the tighter roofing filters (250, 400, 500 Hz). Generally the data modes use small passbands too. Matt W6NIA K3 #24 KX3 #6 -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf

Re: [Elecraft] kx3pa

2012-10-31 Thread Matthew Zilmer
On the Shipping Status page: In final engineering development. Estimated shipping date Q1 2013. Matt W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Reginald J Mackey SR Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 11:34 AM

Re: [Elecraft] New K3 on the air

2012-10-22 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Kit building is so much fun that there is a legion of paid builders out there. You'll see them put up advertisements from time to time. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non

Re: [Elecraft] Any K1 Mobileer's Out There?

2012-10-11 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hi Chris, I've done a lot of mobile ops with my KX3 (almost every workday). I got the basic mobile installation completed in March, and finished up more recently (last weekend). Mobile with Elecraft is *a lot* of fun, and I've just gotten back into mobile CW using mobile QRP. The antenna

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Filter Blow-By

2012-10-08 Thread Matthew Zilmer
At 10% of all CW on 10m, it's probably a combination of splatter and frequency proximity. The roofing filter will only help with the latter problem Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

Re: [Elecraft] Data A default frequency center

2012-09-25 Thread Matthew Zilmer
/ MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: jmb-f5...@orange.fr [mailto:jmb-f5...@orange.fr] Sent: Monday, September 24, 2012 4:16 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; Matthew Zilmer Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Data

Re: [Elecraft] Data A default frequency center

2012-09-24 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Here's the K3 OM's comment on the PITCH control: PITCH CW sidetone PITCH, PSK center pitch, FSK / AFSK MARK tone and shift (pg. 31), or FM tone setup (pg. 29) For DATA A, the manual doesn't really state how to shift Fc. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation /

Re: [Elecraft] K3 utility problem

2012-09-18 Thread Matthew Zilmer
If you're using the P3, try bypassing it by going directly from the PC to the K3. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Phase Noise / CW Key Clicks

2012-09-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Yep, I was finding merit in this choice of action. Allowing the adjustment of rise/fall timings into key click territory should be discouraged. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo

Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Antenna Tuner Or Not

2012-09-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Statement on the KXBC3 from Elecraft's Shipping Status page: KXBC3 Internal NiMH Charger with Real-Time Clock Begin Shipping Sept. 30th to Oct. 15th The order page allows for you to order it now. Matt Zilmer W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 JT 65-HF transmit?

2012-09-10 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Make sure you have the correct audio input selected (LINE IN, or RP / FP microphone). Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Plasma Question

2012-09-10 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Plasma TVs should be made explicitly illegal, because of the interference issues they cause on HF. But the reverse is also often true. I had a neighbor who bought a plasma TV. The dern thing put out all sorts of QRM and gudge around 4 MHz (near one of the MARS frequencies). As I operated

Re: [Elecraft] SDR_Sound_Cards

2012-08-30 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The Creative Labs EMU-0202 and -0204 seem to have a following too. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Conkling Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 9:18

Re: [Elecraft] SDR_Sound_Cards

2012-08-30 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Thanks for that, Tim. I'm still using XP. No worries with that o/s. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: KQ8M [mailto:k...@kq8m.com] Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 9:34 AM To: Matthew Zilmer; 'Bill Conkling'; 'Ken Roberson'; elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Year of the K2

2012-08-28 Thread Matthew Zilmer
January, 1999. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Power Sense

2012-08-28 Thread Matthew Zilmer
That's the way my KX3 #6 works too. It's what I'd expect. Firmware: MCU 1.12, DSP 0.94 Matt Zilmer W6NIA In status quo voluntas non sufficit -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of n...@aol.com Sent: Tuesday,

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and 60 meters

2012-08-17 Thread Matthew Zilmer
60m works fine on the KX3. If you give each 60m memory a name starting with '*' (asterisk), then adjusting VFO A will allow choosing from the five channels directly. Be sure to put CW at the channel center frequencies, if you intend to use CW that is. Matt Zilmer KX3 #6, F/T -Original

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 direct conversion system

2012-08-15 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hi Jun, If you haven't tried it, set RX ISO to ON. This enables an isolation amplifier that keeps the LO greatly attenuated outside the KX3. The amp draws something like 10 mA, so use it only when you need it. 73, Matt Zilmer, W6NIA -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood receiver test on KX3

2012-08-14 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The 8 KHz IF mode is called DUAL WATCH or DUAL RX. I/Q are baseband outputs. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From:

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood receiver test on KX3

2012-08-14 Thread Matthew Zilmer
-Original Message- From: Matt Maguire [mailto:vk2...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 2:50 PM To: Matthew Zilmer Cc: webrehm; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood receiver test on KX3 Hi Matt, I thought that the RX SHFT menu item was what set the IF to 8kHz

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Any good experience/recommendations with boost regulators with K3?

2012-08-09 Thread Matthew Zilmer
http://stores.tgelectronics.org/Detail.bok?no=10 works quite well. I have two 50W Seimens PV modules feeding a charge controller, then to an Optima 75AH AGM. The Optima is the shack supply. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909)

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Mobile installs

2012-08-09 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try this doc on the Elecraft site: http://www.elecraft.com/manual/Rev1.2-KX3-Mobile-Owners.pdf Matt W6NIA -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Keith Heimbold Sent: Thursday, August 02, 2012 12:03 PM To:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Reliability

2012-08-08 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Suggestion: Make a request for the two concentric knob replacements to sa...@elecraft.com. They are off the shelf and may ship the same day. Matt Zilmer, W6NIA Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Can I split or share my ACC port?

2012-08-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
RS232 is an end-to-end interface, not a multipdrop. That's just the Physical Layer, but more than one device driving will cause contention. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit,

Re: [Elecraft] OT: PLT latest

2012-07-31 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Probably Power Line Telephony. Remember BPL? Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] OT: QRP watering holes?

2012-07-26 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Should be 14.060, 7040, 10106, 10116, 3560. Matt -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Richard Squire - HB9ANM Sent: Thursday, July 26, 2012 10:10 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: QRP

Re: [Elecraft] com0com N1MM and CWSkimmer

2012-07-16 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try LP Bridge. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] com0com N1MM and CWSkimmer

2012-07-16 Thread Matthew Zilmer
fractum non sit, noli id reficere From: Eric Van der Velde [mailto:ericvanderve...@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 16, 2012 10:59 AM To: Matthew Zilmer; wrco...@yahoo.com Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft] com0com N1MM and CWSkimmer Matt, LP Bridge works fine! com0com looks more

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Toggle macros

2012-07-11 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Oh Gawd, doubly indirect self-modifying code. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 interal battery charger

2012-07-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
There are other ways to achieve charge parity (balance). One of them is the multi-cell charge controller. An example for LiPo chemistries is the AAT 3663. Datasheet is available at www.analogictech.com. Doesn't help with AA's, but there is probably an equivalent out there for lower voltage

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Considering the second receiver and 6m preamp

2012-07-03 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Yes, if you want to use the sub for Diversity reception. Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si fractum non sit, noli id reficere -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] 4.48 vs 4.51 CW Decode

2012-06-29 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Contests aren't the best setting for CW decode, imho. However, if you tune the CW slightly higher than the CWT indicates it seems to improve decoding when there is band noise present. If you minimize the passband to 50 or 100 Hz, this also helps reduce noise in the decode channel. With the

Re: [Elecraft] Field Day experience with K3

2012-06-28 Thread Matthew Zilmer
You might want to get a battery booster. Here is one http://stores.tgelectronics.org/Detail.bok?no=10. I can recommend that one. Had one for a couple years and use it to boost to 14.5VDC from whatever voltage any time of day from a solar-charged battery. I think my K3 likes that 14.5V!

Re: [Elecraft] Fusing the K3 Power Line

2012-06-26 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Hi Lee, The manual (rev D10) doesn't really say 25A fuses, just that the power supply should be rated 25A and that two fast-blow fuses should be used in the supply cabling for protection. I use 30A fast-blow fuses, one in each of the pos and neg lines. Power comes from a battery, and the

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Quickest way to access loose AUX RF nut

2012-06-22 Thread Matthew Zilmer
When I was checking the mod instructions out, I discovered the same thing. While in that area, I did exactly as Ron suggested. Call it a ten minute job! Matt Zilmer Consultant - Product Management Dept. Magellan Navigation / MiTAC Digital Corp. Tel: (909) 394-6052 Cell: (909) 730-6552 Si

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Ferrite beads on TMP cables

2010-04-05 Thread Matthew Zilmer
They're probably Taiko Denki. http://www.scsiglobal.com/Vendors/Taiko_Denki/29tmp-S.pdf Matt Zilmer 909-394-6052 -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Brian Machesney Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 12:43 PM To:

[Elecraft] Max-Gain MK-8

2009-07-21 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Do any of you Elecrafters have experience with Max-Gain's MK-8 fiberglass mast (telelscoping poles)? I'm interested in using their 50-footer guyed down as a center support for an 80m doublet. Thanks for any information! 73, Matt Zilmer W6NIA

Re: [Elecraft] Video of my build of K3 S/N 207

2008-01-13 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Paul, Thanks! Good Stuff(tm). matt, W6NIA K3 # 24 On Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:15:03 + (GMT), you wrote: If any one wants a look , i took a load of photos while building my K3 and have put them together as a video, i intend to put a voice over explaining the build but have not had time yet.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 phantom power

2008-01-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
However, there are a number of DC to DC converters on the market. I've used Artesyn a number of times in solar power installations. Never a complaint, and the oldest install is just over 7 years in operation now. Digikey and Mouser both stock Artesyn, and there is room in the chassis for it.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 question

2008-01-07 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Enclosure color is black. matt - W6NIA K3 # 24 On Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:47:42 -0500 (EST), you wrote: In a message dated 1/7/2008 3:23:00 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone tell me what the cabinet color of the K3 is? I at first thought it was a brown color,

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] scanning

2008-01-03 Thread Matthew Zilmer
If you're on the current firmware, scan should work fine. I used it a couple days ago. matt, WA6EGJ On Thu, 03 Jan 2008 20:41:59 +, you wrote: Can anyone tell me if its usual for the scan to take a long time before it starts (approx 20 - 30 secs) and sometimes just doesn't start at all,

Re: [Elecraft] Value of used equipment

2008-01-01 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try eBay? matt, WA6EGJ K3 # 24 On Tue, 01 Jan 2008 16:11:20 -0700, you wrote: Guys, In preparation for my K3 I am planning on selling some equipment. Does anyone have a suggestion how I can determine the going prices for equipment? I have several trancievers to sell and am not sure what to

Re: [Elecraft] Re: K3 139

2007-12-15 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Make sure the bit jumper block is in (connects the PA's power). Also, make sure your filter(s) are set up properly. Make sure the filter you want to use for transmit is enabled, etc. matt - WA6EGJ k3 # 24 On Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:16:32 +1300, you wrote: Good afternoon/evening fromZL We have

Re: [Elecraft] What's the K3/10 actual TX power?

2007-12-14 Thread Matthew Zilmer
The rating itself is 10 Watts. In practice, it's 12 Watts if the SWR is reasonable. Seems to be the same on every band. matt - WA6EGJ K3 # 24 On Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:31:20 -0700, you wrote: Yea, I know, 10 watts. Or is it like the K2 where it gives 8 watts on some bands and 15 on others? If

Re: [Elecraft] K rig's longevity?

2007-09-30 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Since I hardly ever post here, I have no guilt over doing so on this moderately controversial topic. Many software houses and embedded systems outfits make their software components available, only in the event of their demise, via escrow. Typically the escrowed software follows the comapny's

[Elecraft] Re: radios on networks

2007-06-04 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Especially in light of end-user products like this: http://www.eltima.com/products/serial-over-ethernet/ There are a lot of them out there. Google serial-over-ethernet. Matt Zilmer WA6EGJ K2 s/n 2810 I think Elecraft missed an opportunity in the design of the K3 regarding networking. (Ian)

Re: [Elecraft] Re: radios on networks

2007-06-04 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Try this too: http://www.barcode-manufacturer.com/serial-ethernet/serial-ethernet_converter.html#100mbps_115 matt WA6EGJ == On Mon, 04 Jun 2007 22:17:33 -0700, you wrote: Especially in light of end-user products like this: http://www.eltima.com/products/serial-over-ethernet/ There are a lot

Re: [Elecraft] K2 microphone options

2007-05-29 Thread Matthew Zilmer
Anyone have a similar recommendation for the desktop 708/709 Ten Tec mics? Thanks es 73, matt zilmer WA6EGJ On Tue, 29 May 2007 13:05:17 -0400, you wrote: Just a quick followup in case it will be of use to somebody else some day. I went with the TenTec 701 for my K2 because it was a quick and