Re: [Elecraft] Power spike early K3

2023-05-20 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
I had the same problem with the K3/KPA1500 combination. I recalibrated the K3. Then I made sure I don't run the K3 at exactly 5W or 50W. The problem has not reappeared.N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Mikael Larsmark To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sat, May 20, 2023 3:45 am Subje

Re: [Elecraft] Drive Control - K3 and FPA-1500

2022-11-07 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
When you change bands and key the K3/KPA1500 do you see a spike in power and then the power out settles down and is fine till you switch bands? Then you have a spike in power on the initial keying? Just wondering N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2022, at 7:54 AM, Kent Trimble wr

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 replacement devices

2022-11-01 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
What are the current part vs. the original part number in the 1500? N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2022, at 6:23 PM, M Cresap via Elecraft > wrote: > >  Hi Hal > I see the Rds difference. Wouldn't the higher Rds be compensated by the > better Rth (

Re: [Elecraft] Complements to Elecraft Service

2022-06-02 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Fast service!N2TK, Tony  -Original Message- From: Dave (NK7Z) To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wed, Jun 1, 2022 7:12 pm Subject: [Elecraft] Complements to Elecraft Service Hi, It looks like Elecraft service is ticking along well...  I sent in a P3 for some minor work, about 3 week

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Service

2022-04-22 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
One of these days I will have the time to open up the box with the K4D to at least see what serial number. Just been too busy.I have a pair of K3's, serial #311 and 1435 that have been updated to as far as you can go to make them K3S'. I want to sell one of the K3's. Even though they both work f

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500

2022-03-23 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
Ken You got me thinking. With my pair of K3’s and KPA500 and 1500 I can’t remember the last time I used a rig or amp to select a band. I usually use a logging or contesting program to click on a callout or type in a freq. N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 23, 2022, at 5:00 PM, Ken K

Re: [Elecraft] K3 strange overshoot

2022-02-23 Thread N2TK, Tony via Elecraft
Thanks Steve Tony Sent from my iPad > On Feb 22, 2022, at 8:19 PM, Steve Hall <99sun...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Tony, > For full output, my KPA1500 requires 27 to 30 Watts depending on the band. > I have not observed any overshoot on either my K3s or K4D. > Steve, WM6P > _

Re: [Elecraft] K3 strange overshoot

2022-02-21 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
notice or a possible software upgrade to fix this. Bob, no idea if this is the overshoot problem you are seeing.  By the way, what drive power are folks using to get 1500W out of the KPA1500?Also, I don't believe the SWR has had any involvement with this problem. All my antennas SWR are

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 wattmeter adjustment

2022-02-06 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
book. 73,N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Mark Goldberg To: Bob McGraw Cc: Elecraft Mailing List Sent: Sun, Feb 6, 2022 1:47 pm Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 wattmeter adjustment The only way to really know for sure is to have a NIST traceable calibrated wattmeter and have it

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 wattmeter adjustment

2022-02-06 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
em, there is a WMTR ADJUST menu item that might be easier to use than the command tester commands. 73 de Dick, K6KR > On Feb 5, 2022, at 10:33, N2TK via Elecraft wrote: > > If I measure the power out on my K3 (set to 100W), P3, LP-100 and KPA1500 > (power on but in standby), they

[Elecraft] KPA1500 wattmeter adjustment

2022-02-05 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
If I measure the power out on my K3 (set to 100W), P3, LP-100 and KPA1500 (power on but in standby), they all read quite close on 10-160M into a dummy load. On 6M the P3 reads 16% higher than the other three. If I use 20W drive from the K3 and put the KPA1500 in operate mode, the P3 and LP-100 r

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply

2022-01-03 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Yep. And I keep the K3 on all the time.N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Larry Boekeloo To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Mon, Jan 3, 2022 11:30 am Subject: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Do most of you leave your KPA-1500 Power Supply powered up all the time even with the RF Deck

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 parameters

2021-07-07 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
parameters Hi Tony, Sounds like you might have lost one of the LDMOS devices. 73 Dave wo2x Sent from my waxed string and tin cans. > On Jul 7, 2021, at 7:16 AM, N2TK via Elecraft > wrote: > > Thanks Larry.Just wanted to confirm what I was seeing wasn't normal.All of a

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 parameters

2021-07-07 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Thanks Larry.Just wanted to confirm what I was seeing wasn't normal.All of a sudden with 25W drive I get Pwr - 530WCurrent - 29AVoltage - 53V with no drive or 25W drive. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Larry (K8UT) To: tony@verizon.net; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wed

[Elecraft] KPA1500 parameters

2021-07-06 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
What do you typically see for Power Out, Voltage and Current with 25 and 30W drive on 20M?TnxN2TK, Tony  __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:E

Re: [Elecraft] K4 - USB headphones

2021-02-25 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Tnx Rick N2TK, Tony From: Rick Tavan Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2021 10:39 AM To: N2TK, Tony Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K4 - USB headphones Good question, Tony. I don't see why a USB headset would not work but I haven't tried it myself, nor do I

[Elecraft] K4 - USB headphones

2021-02-24 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Will USB headphones/mike work in one of the USB ports? N2TK, Tony __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] Are Elecraft accepting return to Manufacturer for repairs yet ?

2020-10-27 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Hi Tim, Yep, they are accepting repairs. Sent one of my K3's for repair and a full checkout They added some mods. Happy with the fix, turn and price. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of a4...@sy-edm.com Sent: Monday, October 26, 2020

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

2020-10-20 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Hi John, Both my KPA500 and KPA1500 are on a shelf in the basement, literally right under my feet. The last time I shut them off was when I went to KP2M last February. If the power switch isn't on I can't tun them on from Elecraft's remote software. N2TK, Tony -Original Me

Re: [Elecraft] New boxes and packing for Elecraft equipment

2020-10-09 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
When I had sent my K3 to Elecraft for a going over a few months ago, it was returned it in a nice custom foam and cardboard box, which I have saved. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Kimo Chun Sent: Friday, October 9, 2020 10:14 AM To

Re: [Elecraft] Inverted L for 160 meters

2020-08-26 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
levated radials if you go that route. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of David Gilbert Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2020 2:11 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Inverted L for 160 meters Yes, certainly curren

[Elecraft] Question on KPA-1500 Operation

2020-08-25 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Can someone answer this question? Thanks, N2TK, Tony Here's a question for you: Scenario: KPA-1500 **NOT** interfaced to a radio. Set Up: KPA-1500 ATU in bypass. Mode is Operate. Test: 1. Put amp on 14 MHz band by pushing the button. 2. Monitoring on another

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 1500 HELP!!

2020-07-25 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Ted, Make sure the large red/black cables are pushed on all the way. You should feel a double click. If the light still is red suggest you contact Elecraft support. GL N2tK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Salvatore ["Ted"]

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Cooling

2020-07-25 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Bill, That is what I was trying to remember what we used for cooling for the electrodes in RF plasma tools. Thanks N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Bill Frantz Sent: Friday, July 24, 2020 9:56 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Cooling

2020-07-23 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Tnx Paul -Original Message- From: W2xj Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 5:08 PM To: tony@verizon.net Cc: Paul Christensen ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Cooling glycol and anti freeze. Sent from my iPad > On Jul 23, 2020, at 4:49 PM, N2TK via Elecr

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Cooling

2020-07-23 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
e kind of antifreeze or maybe an oil? And also isn't distilled water quite reactive? To many bourbons ago 😊 N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Paul Christensen Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 3:54 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Su

Re: [Elecraft] K4 in production

2020-07-18 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
about shipping. Even your Amazon Prime shipments may take longer these days. And that is especially apparent when importing parts. Things don't clear customs as quickly as they used to. So, even essential businesses are having trouble getting parts. We are all affected in some way with Covid

Re: [Elecraft] Q codes

2020-06-12 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
clean sweep. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Fred Jensen Sent: Friday, June 12, 2020 1:42 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Q codes Good point Andy! QLF seems to refer to sending ability. ZBM2 refers to ov

Re: [Elecraft] Self-fusing liquid electrical tape

2020-06-05 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Now that was cool. Actually very hot 😊 N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of donov...@starpower.net Sent: Friday, June 5, 2020 2:14 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Self-fusing liquid electrical tape Hey Jim, If you

Re: [Elecraft] Self-fusing liquid electrical tape

2020-06-05 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
thing, lightning arrestors on every coax and control line to the house, bonding the shield of all coax to the base of the tower probably helps too. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Art Greenberg Sent: Friday, June 5, 2020 1:41 PM To: ele

Re: [Elecraft] NOT the feedline

2020-06-02 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Walter, Yes, the UHF connector may be rated at 500V, but in practice they handle >4KV. The voltage limit is set by the air gap between the center pin and the shield. I have not had a PL-259 arc over. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf

Re: [Elecraft] Earpads Shedding

2020-05-06 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Jim, Do you remember what ones you got for the CM500? Tnx N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Jim Bruce Sent: Wednesday, May 6, 2020 4:31 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net; tso...@icloud.com Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Earpads Shedding I went

Re: [Elecraft] CM500 headset on K3S and KX3?

2020-05-06 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
ave a material cover which I find more comfortable for wearing for many hours in a contest. I use a quarter of a paper towel between the headset cushions and my ears. That works fine. And the CM500's are so cheap I bought a spare, just in case. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: ele

Re: [Elecraft] 75 ohm coax

2020-04-03 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
I did not see any difference in power loss. I guess the F660BEF has enough copper plate to keep losses low on the low bands. Or maybe I just had a bad piece of copper RG6? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Frederick Dwight Sent: Friday, April

Re: [Elecraft] K3 SSB Filters

2020-04-01 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
John, I concur. When I am running them especially on 20M I find I have the LO Cut at .35 and the HI Cut at 2.25-2.35. Audio is good. Below 2.25 if the calling station is a little off freq or has terrible audio I may waste time trying to get the call. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

2020-03-29 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
suite so we can have a beer or two plus chat. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of donov...@starpower.net Sent: Sunday, March 29, 2020 12:33 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three... This is by far not an

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Internal and External display resolution

2020-01-03 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Now you are making me drool N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft Sent: Thursday, January 2, 2020 7:23 PM To: Dave Erickson ; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K4 Internal and External display

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Power cable voltage drop

2019-12-22 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Bob, The power strip is gone for the K3's. Now direct connections from the PS to each K3. The power strip is good for replacing the walwarts. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Bob McGraw Sent: Sunday, December 22, 2019 12:45

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Power cable voltage drop

2019-12-22 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
ktop clean. I don't hink 0.6V drop is too much to be concerned with. The amps are in the basement. In the process of adding Green Heron Everywhere wireless remotes to eliminate the manual switches too. 73 and merry Christmas N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm Sent: S

[Elecraft] K3 - Power cable voltage drop

2019-12-22 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
om the power supply to each K3. Length of each is 7'. Same test. Power supply voltage was still 14.39/14.30. Voltage on each K3 was now 14.2v. Key down 13.6V. So, 0.6V drop in 7' of 10ga wire. P3 output was now 114W. I never transmit with both K3's at the same time. Just a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help

2019-11-13 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Hi Pete, Maybe it is just magic? 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of N4ZR Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 9:23 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help I run into this over and over with Windows 10

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help

2019-11-13 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Hi Bob, What is puzzling is why the audio settings were changed on WSJT. I surely wouldn't have gone into the program and make a change like that while running stations. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Bob McGraw K4TAX

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help

2019-11-13 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
I was on 20M at the time the problem arose. Will watch to see if it happens again as to what band and which antenna I am using. 73, N2TK, Tony From: Carl Yaffey Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:40 AM To: tony@verizon.net Cc: Bob Gibson via Elecraft Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help

2019-11-13 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
omehow it changed to SPEAKERS (Realtek High Definition Audio), which is my audio for my pc. Changed it to what it was supposed to be and now I am fine. I have no idea what changed the setting as I was working station after station when this happened. Weird. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message-

[Elecraft] K3 - WSJT-X help

2019-11-13 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
properly interface. So I closed everything but WSJT-X and have it talking directly to the K3. No difference. Also using the USB interface on the K3. Any ideas what could have happened and any suggestions? Maybe I bumped something? N2

Re: [Elecraft] Teat

2019-11-12 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Was it a typo? (said in the voice of Jeff Goldblum) -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Dave Cole Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2019 1:10 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Teat That is a funny typo... 73, and thanks, Dave (NK7Z) htt

Re: [Elecraft] K4: superhet vs. direct sampling

2019-06-05 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Hi Clay, Presently I have a pair of K3's. One is my main rig and one is my backup and traveling rig. I will sell my one K3 and keep the other as the backup and traveling rig when the K4 arrives. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Beha

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4 and Accessibility

2019-05-26 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
Jim, I feel like a newbie. Only 56 years for me. But I agree. When I haul the K3 to KP2M the only knobs I use when I am on frequency are the AF gain and RIT for those who are off frequency. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft / IC-7610 comparison

2019-05-21 Thread N2TK via Elecraft
d" on the bottom of the rig for extra weight. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Bill Sent: Tuesday, May 21, 2019 9:58 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft / IC-7610 comparison Chuck: Hate to disappoin

Re: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement

2019-01-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
earpad covers. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony Sent: Friday, January 11, 2019 2:08 PM To: 'Bob McGraw K4TAX' ; 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement I had bought ear pad replacement covers for KOSS UR20, UR30 and S

Re: [Elecraft] Yama CM-500 Replacement

2019-01-11 Thread N2TK, Tony
I had bought ear pad replacement covers for KOSS UR20, UR30 and SB40 that fit the CM-500 fine. I think they were $9 for a pair. It didn't take long to replace. It is a little pain getting the three screws lined up to assemble. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA100 failure

2019-01-06 Thread N2TK, Tony
Don, You are correct about Schottky diodes such as the 1N5711. Don't just trust using an ohmmeter. They are not typical PN bipolar devices like diodes such as the 1N5811. We actually do some tests as if they are a FET. They are so cheap, that if you suspect an issue, just replace them. 73,

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

2018-12-06 Thread N2TK, Tony
Anything is possible. Next time we have a power drop will check it again. The way I know it happened is I saw on the remote screen the amp was now on. The amp is in the basement. That is why the fans are so quiet 😊 N2TK From: Ron Genovesi Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2018 5:29 PM To

Re: [Elecraft] Flumoxed

2018-12-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
showed a high resistance. The shield of the other feedlines were providing the return path. So, nice SWR but not a very efficient antenna. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Monday, December 03, 2018 10:07 AM To

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

2018-12-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
Yes, once. I haeven't lost power since so no idea if it wil happen again. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net On Behalf Of Ed G Sent: Monday, December 03, 2018 9:29 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 and Power Line Anomaly

[Elecraft] P3 - TX Monitor

2018-09-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
P3 screen shows the Modulation Scale, SWR meter scale and also the digital PEP and SWR meters. But when I transmit none of the power meters on the P3 show anything. I am getting power out on the LP-100. Any ideas on what I could be missing? 73, N2TK, Tony

Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-08-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
It’s working well here with Win 10 Tnx Eric N2TK, Tony From: Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft [mailto:e...@elecraft.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 7:26 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; 'Ed G' ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program We do not see

Re: [Elecraft] New KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-08-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
Is there any word on the KPA1500 remote program? Still using the Utility program here for remote control. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ed G Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 4:52 PM To: elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 - adding fans

2018-08-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
a noticeable difference with adding fans. Time to move the amp back to the basement. I never hear my amps ☺ 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

2018-07-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
at is necessary for a dedicated outlet for the amp. 2 wires plus ground is quite sufficient. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2018 9:54 AM To: N2TK, Tony ; j...@audiosystemsgroup.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Su

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

2018-07-10 Thread N2TK, Tony
I do not understand the need for three wires plus ground. For a clothes dryer outlet a neutral is required to get 110VAC from one of the phases to the neutral. But for amps you only need both phases and a ground. The plugs are three wire, not four. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
Les, Good advice to check with Elecraft. I believe there are 4 parallel wires for 12V+ and 4 parallel wires for 12V- in the cable. I think most if not all of the 15 pins are used. I believe there is a 12V, 3A supply in the PS box for the RF deck. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise - YouTube ?

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
devices gets derated based on junction temp. As an example an LDMOS may have an MTTF of 1M hours at 150C and 70K hours at 225C junction temp. JANS space transistors are burned in at 220C and tested up to 125C case temp. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Fan Noise - YouTube ?

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
s are the same length maybe you can make a phased array? I don't miss being entertained by the rattlers and Javelinas on the golf course in Tucson. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wes St

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Fan Noise Video posted

2018-06-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
There had been some talk about adding a pair of slow running fans on top of the amp over the vent holes to help suck out the air. Any comparisons done if the main fans run at a lower speed? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun

Re: [Elecraft] More on KPA1500 lcd

2018-05-31 Thread N2TK, Tony
Do you also see the weird stuff on the KPA1500 Utility program on the "operate" tab? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Carl Yaffey Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2018 11:47 AM To: K9MA Cc

Re: [Elecraft] 2nd Report

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
The operator. All is well 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Paul Baldock Sent: Monday, May 28, 2018 11:04 AM To: Bill Stravinsky ; Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 2nd Report What

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
program comes out. I will be able to work around that limitation for now. 73, N2TK, Tony From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2018 7:07 AM To: 'Rick Tavan' Cc: 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program H

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan noise concern

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
available I would think it would work as well as the KPA500 Remote program to control the amp. I can't think of a reason to have additional hardware in the shack. I am in the process of removing more of the manual controls to the basement. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Rick, Tnx for the info. I will check that out to get me going till KPA1500 Remote is available. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rta...@gmail.com [mailto:rta...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Rick Tavan Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2018 1:58 AM To: N2TK, Tony Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 remote program

2018-05-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
Any word on the Remote Program for the KPA1500? The KPA500 Remote Program works fine and allowed me to move the amp to the basement. I want to do likewise with the KPA1500. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Fred, That is exactly what happens when I plug in or remove the USB cable. Narrowed down the problem to the KIO3B Main Board. Ordered a replacement board. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Remote Program

2018-05-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Any word on the KPA1500 Remote Program? Once the program is available I can move the KPA1500 alongside my KPA500 on a shelf in the basement. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hmmm. On the one rig USB and RS232 works fine. On the other rig RS232 works but not USB. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: N2TK, Tony [mailto:tony@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2018 7:04 PM To: 'elecraft@mailman.qth.net' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 - USB Tried sw

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tried swapping the KIO3B Main Board. Something on the board broke. Guess I need to order another board. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of N2TK, Tony Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2018 6:49 PM To: elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 - USB

2018-05-24 Thread N2TK, Tony
d into both rigs is the Powerpole and USB cable. I am using the same USB cable to go between both rigs. In Win 10 >Device Manager > Universal serial bus controller, I see added "Generic USB Hub" when I plug in the USB cable. What could I be missing or check?

Re: [Elecraft] K4

2018-05-18 Thread N2TK, Tony
And better NR like Icom N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On May 18, 2018, at 7:38 PM, Richard Lamont wrote: > >> On 19/05/18 00:15, k...@roadrunner.com wrote: >> >> What features would your K4 have? > > Compared to the K3S: > > RX maximum audio ban

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - FT8

2018-05-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Fred. Tony From: Cady, Fred [mailto:fc...@montana.edu] Sent: Monday, May 07, 2018 6:54 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - FT8 File -> Settings and then you will see General. Cheers, Fred KE7X _ From: elecraft-b

[Elecraft] K3 - FT8

2018-05-07 Thread N2TK, Tony
upgraded also with USB. Can someone point me to the correct direction to get my K3 setup? Also, I understand I need a way to keep better time for my K3. What's the recommended software to do that? Tnx for any feedback 73, N2TK,

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Protecting Toroidal Cores

2018-05-02 Thread N2TK, Tony
in a 4 x 4 plastic sealed box. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Charlie T Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2018 7:36 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] OT: Protecting Toroidal Cores

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Utility Setup

2018-04-30 Thread N2TK, Tony
That was it. The firewall settings blocked it. Tnx for all the input. It is now installed and working. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Bill Johnson [mailto:k9...@live.com] Sent: Sunday, April 29, 2018 6:28 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: RE: [Elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Utility Setup

2018-04-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
ong? Did I miss something in the archives? Tnx N2TK, Tony __ 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 host

Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-05 Thread N2TK, Tony
Thx Bob N2TK, Tony Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 4, 2018, at 10:17 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > Tony: > > Only need one USB cable between the radio and computer. Audio TO/FROM and > CAT commands are handled over one cable. Works great! If you plug anything > i

Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
Tnx Don for the info. N2tK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2018 3:10 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables Tony, You might want to use LINE IN for computer

[Elecraft] K3 audio line in/out cables

2018-04-03 Thread N2TK, Tony
still need the LINE cables? Want to check to makes sure I am not missing something. 73, N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Ele

Re: [Elecraft] K3 powers off when after several minutes of 12W carrier

2018-03-29 Thread N2TK, Tony
Anything special about the thermal pads they recommend or the placement of the pads? Is there anything on the Elecraft site I missed on this? Tnx N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Brian Hunt Sent

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
Mark, Does IPC-610 also cover automotive products? N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Goldberg Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2018 6:20 PM To: Elecraft Mailing List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
t;) have a very short lifetime (hours to a couple months) usually don't worry about whiskers or radiation issues, so far. It is amazing how long a pound of good SnPb solder will last. It is a good investment. Sorry for all the bandwidth and straying. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- Fr

Re: [Elecraft] Resistor and capacitor installation techniques: trim before or after soldering?

2018-03-25 Thread N2TK, Tony
and make a nice flowing shiny solder connection. By the way, military space solder is not RoHS compliant. There will be lead in the solder. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Renwick Sent

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Jim, Based on the input here and the results I am getting I don't think it is wise to spend more time with the headset. Tnx for the input. N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Brown Sent: Tu

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Joe, Tnx for the input. I made the changes to the transmit equalizer. But still the CM-500 sounds better. Thank goodness the SB-40 is cheap enough to put to the side. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Dave, Tnx for the input. The SB-40 looks and feels like the CM-500 but it doesn't play like it. The CM-500 sounds better in the monitor and gives better (more piercing ) audio reports. Going to get the SB-45 to try. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Hi Don, Tnx for input. No noise in shack. The noise gate did not make any difference. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:donw...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 7:32 PM To: N2TK, Tony ; 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3

[Elecraft] K3: CM500 vs. SB40

2018-03-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
mike gain and Vox gain quite a bit higher than the Yamaha to get similar output for both mikes. I do have a somewhat bassier voice. My transmit equalizer is -16 -16 -7 0 0 +4 +10 0 Any thoughts or comments? Thanks N2TK,

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-21 Thread N2TK, Tony
Rick, Good input on the RIT/XIT/CLR info. I may have had the XIT on as I find in large pileups it pays to be offset a little. I will check that to see if it had an impact on going SPLIT when I selected a call in the N1MM+ Bandmap. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rta...@gmail.com [mailto:rta

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
Ralph, That is interesting. I had assumed the listed calls were transceiver. But I would sometimes have 3-5 in a row from the bandmap that went into split mode. Will pay more attention to it in ARRL SSB 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
there. Yes, I had tried the example below and I go the same result. 73, N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: Ted Bryant [mailto:w...@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2018 3:54 PM To: 'N2TK, Tony' ; 'Elecraft Reflector' Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPL

[Elecraft] K3 with N1MM - SPLIT mode

2018-02-20 Thread N2TK, Tony
N1MM+ folks say they have not heard of such an issue. Tnx for any feedback N2TK, Tony __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Y-Adapter for K3S ACC - KPAK3AUX - KPA-1500

2018-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
. I don’t have to go to the basement to do anything. Guess I can use a Y-cable with a second KPAK3AUX with both amps in parallel instead of the Y-Box. 73, N2TK, Tony From: rawil...@gmail.com [mailto:rawil...@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 3:48 PM

Re: [Elecraft] Y-Adapter for K3S ACC - KPAK3AUX - KPA-1500

2018-02-12 Thread N2TK, Tony
What about if you have the earlier Y-Box and have a KPA500 on it already? How do you add the KPA1500? Tnx N2TK, Tony -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Wilson, N6TV Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 2:50 PM To

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