Re: [Elecraft] Speaker upgrade

2021-04-24 Thread NJMike
Can you confirm the West Mountain ComSpeaker is #58410-950? Since I’m a new K3S owner and still learning the radio, can you also confirm that those speakers can be hooked up while keeping the headphones plugged into the rear jack? I’m sure there must be a Config menu change also. Thanks, Mike

Re: [Elecraft] Speaker upgrade

2021-04-24 Thread NJMike
Can you confirm the West Mountain ComSpeaker is #58410-950? Since I’m a new K3S owner and still learning the radio, can you also confirm that those speakers can be hooked up while keeping the headphones plugged into the rear jack? I’m sure there must be a Config menu change also. Thanks, Mike

[Elecraft] P3 not displaying correctly

2021-03-20 Thread NJMike
Let me first say that I am new to using a panadapterHowever, it has worked fine since I got it a month ago. But now it doesn't seem to reflect what I am hearing on the K3S (which I got at the same time). I am listening to an S9+ CW signal on 80m but do not see the signal on the P3. I

[Elecraft] N1MM+ Logger CW reader and the K3S

2021-02-24 Thread NJMike
I'm considering trying the CW Reader available in N1MM+ Logger, even though the K3S has that functionality. My laptop is currently connected to the USB port on the rig. According to the K3S manual, that should handle all the necessary communications between the laptop and the rig (I think).

Re: [Elecraft] K3S RF/SQL Adjustment

2021-02-17 Thread NJMike
Brett, I am new to the K3S. I set mine according to the Fred Cady book. Mine are slightly different from yours. But I don't have a good understanding of how the settings affect the performance. Sometimes I think the rig is very noisy, even when connected to a dummy load. I am interested in

Re: [Elecraft] New version of K3 and KX3 Freq. Memory Editor available

2021-02-15 Thread NJMike
Got it! Thanks, Dick! Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] New version of K3 and KX3 Freq. Memory Editor available

2021-02-15 Thread NJMike
Sheesh. Just spent 30 minutes looking for this memory editor for my K3S and can't find it anywhere. Not sure if Eric's link is right since it looks like it's pointing to a K2 remote If anyone knows where this download is on the website, please reply. Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from:

[Elecraft] Roofing filters and DSP bandwidth tuning

2021-01-27 Thread NJMike
If I understand it correctly, as you turn the bandwidth knob counterclockwise, the filter narrows. At some point, it hits the next roofing filter and thennarrows more? Just trying to understand so I can get the right filters. Rig A (below) is what Elecraft recommends for my operating

Re: [Elecraft] MH2 mic and the K3

2021-01-26 Thread NJMike
Gentlemen, thank you very much. One of the nice things about Elecraft is all the good feedback you get from users! Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] MH2 mic and the K3

2021-01-26 Thread NJMike
Will the MH2 hand mic that was originally for the K2 work with the K3? I know there is an MH4 mic now that works with both rigs. Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Difference between a K3 and a K3S

2021-01-26 Thread NJMike
Is there a menu item that says what synthesizer is installed? Mike, NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Difference between a K3 and a K3S

2021-01-25 Thread NJMike
Wow. Thanks for all the replies! There are some options that I don't care about, like the extended receive range. I would like the I/O board, DVR, 100w, ATU. Not sure about the transverter but if I find a K3 that has it, fine. Is the main reason for getting the transverter option is so you

[Elecraft] Difference between a K3 and a K3S

2021-01-25 Thread NJMike
If a K3 has been upgraded to the latest synthesizer - the KSYN3A - what's the difference between it and the K3S? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] Connecting PC to K3S

2021-01-24 Thread NJMike
I am considering buying a K3S, waiting to hear from Elecraft if they are selling refurbished ones. The website says they are...will also consider a used one. I am currently using a K2. So I'm trying to understand everything that may be relevant to me and my setup. One thing is the connection

[Elecraft] Looking for a K3S

2021-01-24 Thread NJMike
I am considering buying a K3S. I currently have a K2. I know Elecraft is not building new ones so I will be looking for a used one. Anyone who has one that might be interested in selling, please email me directly. Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/

[Elecraft] K3 Utility

2021-01-24 Thread NJMike
I've seen on the website a couple references to something called "K3 Utility". I can't find anything that actually explains what it is but I think it has something to do with installing firmware upgrades. Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/

[Elecraft] “Mute this topic”

2020-09-22 Thread NJMike
I belong to three other reflectors on groups.io and they all have a link at the bottom of the original post to stop receiving more replies to the topic. It’s called “Mute This Topic”. Is there a way to add this to elecraft posts? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from:

[Elecraft] KAT100 memory question

2020-08-21 Thread NJMike
The KAT100 manual says that the tuner’s settings are stored in EEPROM. My question is - how many memories are stored? Is it just one for each band? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K2 KAT100 wanted!

2020-08-14 Thread NJMike
I am once again looking for a KAT100 ATU for my K2/100. Although I prefer the -1 model (slim line), I will take the -2 model, either one in kit or assembled. Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __

[Elecraft] K2 Radio interface cable to connect MFJ-993B ATU

2020-07-05 Thread NJMike
In order to put the MFJ-993B automatic antenna tuner into TUNE mode from the radio, an interface cable is required. MFJ has cables for the major radio brands. I’m not sure if it’s even possible for the K2 since I’m already using the RS-232 port to interface with the laptop. The cable, I

[Elecraft] Difference in dummy loads

2020-07-01 Thread NJMike
I need to purchase a dummy load for use with my K2/100. What's the difference between a dry dummy load and an air cooled dummy load? Which is better? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft

[Elecraft] K2 K2/100 post FD review

2020-06-28 Thread NJMike
I was able to finish my KPA100 a few days ago, just in time for Field Day. The amp worked flawlessly! No error messages, over heating, etc. made 451 contacts on CW and phone with no bad reports. I am extremely pleased and wish to thank the Elecraft team for developing such a great kit! I did

[Elecraft] K2 NEED to buy KAT100-1

2020-05-27 Thread NJMike
I've just been informed by Elecraft that the KAT100-1 antenna tuner is no longer available. I ordered both the tuner and the KPA-100 amplifier but, of course, the amplifier does me no good without the tuner. I realize that I can probably find another tuner but hey, the KAT100 is the PERFECT

[Elecraft] K2 WTB KAT100-1

2020-04-30 Thread NJMike
I’m looking to buy the KAT100-1 antenna tuner for the K2. I believe the -1 model is the slim model that the K2 can sit on top of. I don’t want the -2 model which I think is the enclosure that is the same size as the K2. Elecraft has the tuner on back order for 2 weeks AFTER Covid-19 restrictions

[Elecraft] K2 Looking for a KPA 100 amplifier

2020-04-27 Thread NJMike
I built K2 #4619 some years ago. Now I am considering adding the KPA 100 amplifier. When I bought and built the K2, I also built and installed the following option3: KAT2 automatic antenna tuner KSB2 SSB adapter KDSP2 DSP filter and internal clock KIO2 AUX I/O module KNB2 noise blanker K160RX

[Elecraft] K2 VFO A & B

2020-04-11 Thread NJMike
I thought that I could have VFO A & B on different bands. Is that wrong? Thanks, Mike NJ2OM -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Unable to send WAV file to K2

2020-03-04 Thread NJMike
I am using a Windows 10 tablet, connected to a WinKeyer USB box and then to an Elecraft K2. I use N1MM+ Logger for my logging software. This setup is working fine on CW. Now I am trying to play a WAV file assigned to a function key in N1MM. It plays fine on the tablet but is not being sent to

[Elecraft] New user - can't see my posts

2019-12-16 Thread NJMike
I posted a topic in the K2 section and received replies via email. However, the post does not show in the K2 section...but it must be visible somewhere since I received replies. I am new to this forum so please tell me what I am doing wrong! Thanks, Mike -- Sent from:

[Elecraft] [K2] N1MM Logger sending CW to K2

2019-12-14 Thread NJMike
I am trying to setup my K2 with N1MM Logger so that I can send CW and phone from my Windows 10 tablet to the K2. I have the KIO2 cable built and just purchased the KUSB converter. I updated the driver for the converter (although I find no instructions that say this needs to be done). N1MM

[Elecraft] [K2] USB version for USB to serial adapter

2019-12-06 Thread NJMike
I want to connect my Windows 10 tablet to my K2. I have the KIO2 module installed and I have built the K2 serial cable. I have read the relevant material on the Elecraft website about avoiding the Prolific chipset. The USB port on my tablet is 3.0. My question is this - can I use any version