Re: [Elecraft] Subject: Re: Clock chip

2015-02-16 Thread Nick Kemp
What is the KX3 command to the time? ...I think it is MN073/MP073. I looked at this briefly a while back but did not pursue farther. Nick N1KMP David Anderson wrote on 2/16/2015 10:16 AM: What is the KX3 command to the time? I could not see it in the Programmers reference, I suppose I

Re: [Elecraft] Subject: Re: Clock chip

2015-02-15 Thread Nick Kemp
An Arduino with a GPS could be programmed to update the clock via the serial port for those who need perfect time. Nick N1KMP Walter Underwood wrote on 2/15/2015 6:05 PM: I rarely carry my computer on the trail, but I do carry my KX3. It would be nice if the KX3 Utility could trim the

Re: [Elecraft] VFO problem

2015-02-14 Thread Nick Kemp
Ed - KL7UW Wrote: Rules for troubleshooting: what are the symptoms (what is not working), check power inputs; check configurations (settings); look-feel-sniff; measure for required output - then get out the manual/schematic/tools. An old tech once advised me that most problems were simple

Re: [Elecraft] Google Earth Pro Now Free

2015-02-04 Thread Nick Kemp
Better yet ... download it free from the source ... https://www.google.com/earth/ Nick N1KMP David Ahrendts wrote on 2/4/2015 12:14 PM: Via @BoingBoing: Google Earth Pro was $399. Now it's free. http://boingboing.net/2015/02/04/google-earth-pro-was-399-now.html … http://t.co/1mIKQJhVo9

Re: [Elecraft] My Conditions!

2015-01-27 Thread Nick Kemp
Bummer for you John. Looks like you should have been more careful. Nick N1KMP John Lawrence via Elecraft wrote on 1/27/2015 9:14 AM: - This mail is in HTML. Some elements may be ommited in plain text. - Sorry for any inconvenience, I'm in a terrible situation. Am stranded here in Manila,

Re: [Elecraft] DXpedition to Bonaire ... Questions

2015-01-14 Thread Nick Kemp
Here is a post from a July 2014 TSA blog that may or may not be exactly pertinent today but is probably generally pertinent: Electronic devices are already screened daily, but now, security officers might ask that you power up your devices, including cell phones. Powerless devices will not be

Re: [Elecraft] DXpedition to Bonaire ... Questions

2015-01-14 Thread Nick Kemp
Take it and don't worry. Be prepared to power it (if it is battery powered) as you go through security if you carry it on the plane. They may ask a few questions about it... many times simply out of curiosity. Checking it via luggage may cause it to get an extra check but you won't know

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Warm climate for a vacation/DX holiday

2015-01-04 Thread Nick Kemp
The last time I flew from MN to Hawaii we arrived late at night on New Years. We woke up on Maui, looked out the condo and saw that Haleakala was covered in snow/ice. THAT WAS A SURPRISE! It was cool that whole week but still a lot warmer than MN, Nick N1kmp Jeff Cathrow wrote...Hawaii

Re: [Elecraft] K3 13.8 VDC power

2014-12-22 Thread Nick Kemp
Another problem is that outgasing gases are corrosive and can damage electronics especially contacts, relays, connectors, pots and the like. Nick N1KMP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] LDMOS for QRO [OT]

2014-12-14 Thread Nick Kemp
There are 3,413 btu per KW HR consumed. Mel Farrer via Elecraft wrote...I know should have the BTU but I don't remember. Nick N1KMP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] [TowerTalk] Elecraft package for sale

2014-12-12 Thread Nick Kemp
I agree that the text style is suspicious. Anyone interested can Google the address and view the street side photos. It does not verify the seller but there does appear to be some ham radio antennas on the property. Plus the call sign lookup corresponds with the address. The phone number is a

Re: [Elecraft] [TowerTalk] Elecraft package for sale

2014-12-12 Thread Nick Kemp
Regardless of all the arguments about the potential for a scam, the final message should be proceed with eyes wide open. Nick N1KMP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: [TowerTalk] Elecraft package for sale

2014-12-12 Thread Nick Kemp
So how do we resolve this? Anyone live close enough to visit? Might a letter to AK4EH alert him to our concern? Other options? Nick N1KMP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] Being cautious around Li-Ion Batteries

2014-12-10 Thread Nick Kemp
One thing available and recommended are fireproof/resistant envelopes to put LI-Io batteries into while charging. Maybe good practice it to charge them outside at least the first few times. Good to hear that you were not injured. Nick N1KMP

Re: [Elecraft] Is the KX3 a good choice for a new General?

2014-12-06 Thread Nick Kemp
Something new hams wrestle with is ... how much do I want to spend given that I don't know where this will take me or if I'll even stick with it? So the entry point price makes a difference. So does resell-ability in case I want out. The question of QRP operation is pertinent but not the

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Last post on time subject

2014-11-27 Thread Nick Kemp
The best timekeeper in my opinion are the solar powered watches that get their time via GPS (ex: Seiko Astron). You never need to make any adjustments for where you are. But if you like analog displays (hands), the cost is enough to get a really nice radio. And some with 39 time zones around

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Last post on time subject

2014-11-27 Thread Nick Kemp
I have the Casio Waveceptor which sync's with WWV each night as well. But changing the time zone when I travel is less than intuitive so I have to keep instructions with me. The GPS know where you are and the time zone changes automatically. I did notice that on the first cruise we took it

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Last post on time subject

2014-11-27 Thread Nick Kemp
I clould have said that better... The GPS based watches know where you are and the time zone changes automatically. Nick Kemp wrote , On 11/27/2014 11:31 AM ---: The GPS know where you are and the time zone changes automatically

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Last post on time subject

2014-11-27 Thread Nick Kemp
The battery needs to be replaced every 4 to 6 months - it looks nice, but I don't use it because of the battery life. That is why I went with the solar watch. I got tired of watch batteries dieing in less than a year. I like analog dials. The rummer is that as analog watches age, the