Re: [Elecraft] K3S noisy line-out

2020-06-22 Thread Nr4c
Note that if you plug a connector into either Lin-In or -Out, the audio on the USB cable is no longer available. You can’t use both. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 21, 2020, at 11:51 PM, W6IPA wrote: > > Hi, > > I tried looking online, but could not fin

Re: [Elecraft] OT Good Source for Stainless Fasteners and Connectors?

2020-06-21 Thread Nr4c
Ace Hardware sells a lot of Stainless hardware. As do Lowe’s and Home Depot. Then there is Hrsinger, Fastenal. Then don’t forget Master Carr. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 21, 2020, at 11:54 AM, Eric KG6MZS wrote: > > Hello All, > > I’ve had two antenna

Re: [Elecraft] Segments in KX3 display

2020-06-20 Thread Nr4c
S Careful, everyone’s going to want theirs to do this. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 20, 2020, at 12:35 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > Robin, > > The LCD controller's internal segment memory is scrambled at power-on. Most > of them reset quick

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 displaying artifacts...

2020-06-20 Thread Nr4c
There is artifact(s) that appear on PX3 but they are really low strength and will disappear as you see real signals. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 20, 2020, at 9:29 AM, Robin via Elecraft > wrote: > > I have tried this with two KX3’s with the same result. >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 upgrade

2020-06-19 Thread Nr4c
Oops. My bad! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 19, 2020, at 6:26 PM, Jack Brindle wrote: > > That is a KIO3B, Not a KXV3B. > One is for computer & AuxIO communications, the other has BNC connectors for > various RF functions. > > 73! > Jack, W6FB >

Re: [Elecraft] K3 upgrade

2020-06-19 Thread Nr4c
I believe it’s 3 boards. It included a back panel board with USB and a RJ45 that replaces the DE-9 for serial connection. If you have a P3 there is a “Y” cable that connects the TJ45 to the two P3 serial ports. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 18, 2020, at 11:11 PM, HP wr

Re: [Elecraft] Future of KPA500 & KAT500

2020-06-17 Thread Nr4c
The KAT500 has three antenna out ports. It only needs one In so the KPA500 needs only one out port. As for the 10 W in and 500 out idea. That is prohibited by law. They’re only allowed to sell an amp with max gain of 13dB. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 17, 2020, at 12:18

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 1500 not communicating with my PC

2020-06-14 Thread Nr4c
What OS.? Restart computer. Then restart the amp. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 14, 2020, at 2:12 PM, Cody C via Elecraft > wrote: > >  > I tried to perform aFirmware update on my KPA 1500 and my PC no longer is > communicating with theamp. I tried a

Re: [Elecraft] Firmware

2020-06-14 Thread Nr4c
First thought is to just update to latest. Not too likely one will mess up your radio. But... If you want to load intermediate versions, look in the BETA folders. A Beta version has the same version # as it’s ultimate production #. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 14, 2

Re: [Elecraft] Balanced Mic to Unbalanced Connection Follow Up Question

2020-06-09 Thread Nr4c
If yuh ou use a TRS plug, don’t use the “ring” for anything. Extending the pin 1 wire out of the connector and connecting to the radio “Ground” lug is also tecvonended in some circles. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 9, 2020, at 4:51 PM, Tony wrote: > > All: &g

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100: PA Key Delay

2020-06-08 Thread Nr4c
Have you considered the VOX delay? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 8, 2020, at 10:49 AM, Kurt Pawlikowski wrote: > > Hi! > > I'm getting ready for Field Day. I use a circular polarized antenna and a > device to switch polarization between transmit and rec

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Spontaneous Failure

2020-06-06 Thread Nr4c
Yes Pull the front panel and clean pins with Deoxit and reassemble. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 6, 2020, at 10:13 AM, Jim McCook wrote: > > Thanks to those who responded with good suggestions. This morning I turned > it on and saw a different set of

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Dead

2020-06-05 Thread Nr4c
Fuses! 400 Watts “for quite a long time”? Bet the fans were happy. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 5, 2020, at 12:07 PM, Tom Berry wrote: > > I was operating on FT8 20 meters for quite a long time with my KPA500 > running about 400 watts and heard a few pops (li

Re: [Elecraft] Trying RF Gain Calibration with XG3 but fails

2020-06-04 Thread Nr4c
Oh, “S” Meter Cal Sorry! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 4, 2020, at 4:57 PM, Randy Diddel wrote: > > Hello again, > > I sent this message a few days ago but did not get a single response. I have > emailed Elecraft support but due to COVID-19, I am not su

Re: [Elecraft] Trying RF Gain Calibration with XG3 but fails

2020-06-04 Thread Nr4c
Exactly what are you trying to do? The RF GAIN Calibration is done with the transmitter and a “Dummy” load. No need for the XG3. Look in manual around page 52. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 4, 2020, at 4:57 PM, Randy Diddel wrote: > > Hello again, > > I se

Re: [Elecraft] Spkrs+Ph ??

2020-06-01 Thread Nr4c
Just a question. Why do you use speakers AND phones at same time? Maybe so that you can hear radio better but still provide speaker so that you can irritate your wife and kids in the other room? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 1, 2020, at 10:39 PM, Rich wrote: > &g

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with KRX3A

2020-05-28 Thread Nr4c
I think this only works if there is an ATU. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 28, 2020, at 11:37 AM, Gareth M5KVK wrote: > > Thanks Mark > Sadly, Changing the CONFIG KRX3 to be ANT=ATU makes no difference. > > Gareth > > On 28/05/2020, 16:08, "Ma

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with KRX3A

2020-05-28 Thread Nr4c
Only had a K3 w/out the KAT3, I’m not sure. But if Sub ant is bnc the you need to connect its ant to the bnc Aux port I think. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 28, 2020, at 10:52 AM, Gareth M5KVK wrote: > > Hi Bill > The documentation around this is a bit confu

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with KRX3A

2020-05-28 Thread Nr4c
Sorry! KRX3 Ant=bnc does not agree with both on MAIN. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 28, 2020, at 8:54 AM, Gareth M5KVK wrote: > > I spent last evening checking the installation of the KRX3A. I did find one > bit of incorrect plumbing (in the cables that conne

Re: [Elecraft] More on 1E for FD, QRP K3?

2020-05-27 Thread Nr4c
The KPA3 is not used until you set PWR to greater than 12 Watts. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 27, 2020, at 11:24 PM, Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-717-1197 > wrote: > > Does the K3 cut off the 100W PA when the power is set to QRP levels? Or am > I conflating t

Re: [Elecraft] k3 no control

2020-05-27 Thread Nr4c
Guys. Yes, he knows he needs a new KUSB. He’s had it on order for 2 weeks now and is awaiting delivery. No need to keep telling him to do what he’s already done. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 27, 2020, at 5:57 PM, Ian Kahn wrote: > > Joe, > > The Prolif

Re: [Elecraft] K3 on battery?

2020-05-27 Thread Nr4c
It works ok until the battery gets to 11 Bolts under TX. Note: as voltage goes down the current goes up and as voltage goes down the IMD also goes up. My club uses two batteries on series and a buck converter to control voltage to 14 volts. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT-X and Split operation with transverters

2020-05-25 Thread Nr4c
To put a K3(S) into Split mode for DATA, both VFOs must be in same Mode/Submode before initiating Split. Easy way is to tap A=B twice quickly to copy frequency and other settings to VFO B. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 25, 2020, at 7:56 PM, Conrad PA5Y wrote: > > 

Re: [Elecraft] Field Day

2020-05-24 Thread Nr4c
of emergency power. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2020, at 7:43 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > > Thanks Frank. IMO, this sort of clarification ought to be in the FD RULES, > not in an FAQ. We've done 1AB QRP for at least 8 years using N1MM on a > laptop running on a genera

Re: [Elecraft] Field Day

2020-05-24 Thread Nr4c
...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2020, at 4:48 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 5/24/2020 1:16 PM, Jack Brindle via Elecraft wrote: >> Two things - if the computer controls the radio (and it should for logging >> and sending exchanges), then it must also be run on emergency power. &g

Re: [Elecraft] Mcu ld

2020-05-24 Thread Nr4c
I had this happen on my KX3 once. Followed the recovery procedure in the manual and it worked like a charm. Follow closely. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2020, at 6:13 AM, PAUL GM0BKC wrote: > > Hi all > I have just tried to do the firmware update on my k

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY Problems on K3

2020-05-23 Thread Nr4c
in the KEY line. The second line goes to K3/Acc2 FSK pin. “Diddles” go to FSK and “Dit-Dahs” go to CW. works well. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 24, 2020, at 1:14 AM, "k...@pa.net" wrote: > > I am fairly new to the K3 but have no problems setting up N1MM and other

Re: [Elecraft] Keyer goes berserk

2020-05-22 Thread Nr4c
Thanks for the update and glad you got it resolved. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 23, 2020, at 12:07 AM, Madison Jones wrote: > >  > Thanks, Mike WØVTT, the problem is resolved! Mike asked if I had checked the > firmware, which I had previously and had det

Re: [Elecraft] Keyer goes berserk

2020-05-22 Thread Nr4c
“MODE”? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 22, 2020, at 10:23 PM, Madison Jones wrote: > > Hi Don > > I checked VOX, and it is on and has been on. I tried the paddles in the key > jack of the K3. Nothing happens. I tried in the paddle jack of the K3. > Not

Re: [Elecraft] Recommended Power for K3/100 for 100% Data Modes

2020-05-22 Thread Nr4c
protection. Don’t be afraid, the K3 is rugged and is made to not need coddling(so). Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 22, 2020, at 7:05 PM, Eric KG6MZS wrote: > > Hello All, > > I’ve searched the reflector's archives and haven’t found anything on this, so > here

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 SPL N/A Message

2020-05-21 Thread Nr4c
Mine did. If you tell wsjt to use split it will set it. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 21, 2020, at 9:00 AM, Will Hrachovina K4MI wrote: > > In order to operate split with data modes, both VFO A and B must be in > ‘Data’ mode. The quickest way to make this happ

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Output

2020-05-19 Thread Nr4c
It’s a continuation of the IF from the radio. You can connect an SDR receiver there for instance. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 19, 2020, at 5:19 AM, "a4...@sy-edm.com" wrote: > > I see on my P3 that there is an additional BNC output, which

Re: [Elecraft] [K3/K3s] RF Gain Control

2020-05-17 Thread Nr4c
I think the upgrade for K3 and the K3S provides still one level ATT but two levels of PREAMP on 12, 10 and 6 meters. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 17, 2020, at 11:44 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > > I think on the K3 you only have one level of ATT, unless you have

Re: [Elecraft] WSJT FT8 TX not decoded using K3S TX - Rx ok

2020-05-17 Thread Nr4c
The first thing I look at if no decoding is my clock. FT8 requires time be plus/minus 1 second. You need an app to keep the time. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 17, 2020, at 7:18 AM, HP wrote: > > Afire calling folks on ten who were running as much as +12 on Fr

Re: [Elecraft] K4???

2020-05-16 Thread Nr4c
Historically, they spend couple weeks to a month to get the steps worked out on their production line. Then finalize the assembly manual. So usually the kits are about 4 to 6 weeks after factory built. YMMV! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 16, 2020, at 9:58 PM, Drew AF2Z wr

Re: [Elecraft] K4 TX Antenna port count and usage question

2020-05-15 Thread Nr4c
I believe it’s 3 HF. But you must have the ATU and maybe the second ADC ( K4D). Regular K4 has one TX port. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 15, 2020, at 3:01 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft > wrote: > > I think I’ve read that the K4 will have 3 TX antenna ports and

Re: [Elecraft] Frequency Display on PX3

2020-05-13 Thread Nr4c
Check cables. And connectors. Be sure they are plugged in completely. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 13, 2020, at 9:34 PM, Mark Simon via Elecraft > wrote: > > I see photos of some PX3 screens where the span width markers (upper left > and upper right) are fre

Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

2020-05-13 Thread Nr4c
Nope. O menu to activate buttons. Elecraft and Kenwood use same audio and PTT. Buttons are on different pins. Menu to turn Bias On/Off depending on mic used. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 13, 2020, at 3:30 PM, Rick NK7I wrote: > > Kenwood, 8 pin round but use the

Re: [Elecraft] K3S -Low Audio Output

2020-05-13 Thread Nr4c
No, no. You can’t get away that easy. Tell us what you did so we can learn. We won’t laugh at you... Oh no, we won’t laugh. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 13, 2020, at 1:01 PM, Edward via Elecraft > wrote: > > Figured out the problem. Pilot error. P

Re: [Elecraft] Connecting XLR 1/4 Inch Mic Cable to K3S

2020-05-11 Thread Nr4c
Agreed, they are not balanced. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 11, 2020, at 10:14 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > >  I don't find that either the front or rear MIC inputs are balanced inputs. > > 73 > > Bob, K4TAX > >> On 5/11/2020 9:02 PM, Nr4c wro

Re: [Elecraft] Connecting XLR 1/4 Inch Mic Cable to K3S

2020-05-11 Thread Nr4c
1/4 to 1/8 TRS and plug in rear mic jack. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 11, 2020, at 5:34 PM, Tony wrote: > > All: > > I'd like to connect an XLR mic cable that has a 1/4 inch TRS plug to my K3S. > It seems the only way to do that is wire a female 1/4 in

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 will not power up

2020-05-11 Thread Nr4c
Open up the radio and remove one cell from the battery. Now put the cell back in. Radio should power now. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 11, 2020, at 8:18 AM, "a4...@sy-edm.com" wrote: > > Dear Elecraft brain trust, >My KX3

Re: [Elecraft] Headphones

2020-05-09 Thread Nr4c
Beg to differ. Part 15 devices have no legal protection from interference. You use at your own risk. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 9, 2020, at 9:49 PM, Phil Kane wrote: > > On 5/9/2020 1:32 PM, Mark Goldberg wrote: > >> Have you contacted Bose? They are FC

Re: [Elecraft] height of k4 with legs extended

2020-05-07 Thread Nr4c
Same as KPA1500. I think dimensions are shown on specs on website. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 7, 2020, at 3:02 PM, Richard Donner wrote: > > Hi > Anyone know the height of the k4 with front legs extended. I am going to > mount a monitor suspended over it

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

2020-05-06 Thread Nr4c
The 2.5 mm is about 0.100 in. A 3/32 is .093 or 0.007 in smaller. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 5, 2020, at 11:16 PM, Grant Youngman wrote: > > Checked the manual. It’s on the TIP connection of ACC2. Set ACC2 IO in the > menu to LO=PTT. > > Grant NQ5T &g

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

2020-05-05 Thread Nr4c
; an old J38 works real well here. Use the “shoring bar” for long conversations. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 5, 2020, at 7:33 PM, Frank O'Donnell wrote: > > Phone newbie here. Any recommendations on off-the-shelf cables or adapters, > and a handheld switch, t

Re: [Elecraft] Upper limits of KPA500?

2020-05-05 Thread Nr4c
Why not let the computer in the amp do its job? And besides, the fans run after the amp is turned OFF. This discharges the caps and starts the orderly “cool down” cycle. You may be a brilliant engineer, but no need to re-engineer a system that works pretty well. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c

Re: [Elecraft] Upper limits of KPA500?

2020-05-04 Thread Nr4c
I imagine like a repeater. Always ON w/light load and intermittent heavy load. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 4, 2020, at 7:03 PM, John Simmons wrote: > > Bob, > > My bad... thanks for the correction. However, the key word is 'intermittent'. > So, what

Re: [Elecraft] Coronavirus

2020-05-03 Thread Nr4c
You do realize that for every k-Line component you buy, you are pay a Chinese worker a few dollars a eeek to manufacture the ic’s, transistors, resistors, capacitors, and other parts that get assembled in good ol’ USA. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On May 3, 2020, at 9:14 AM, La

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 192, Issue 43

2020-04-30 Thread Nr4c
are available now in the used market. Or you could get on the waiting list for a K4. If you want a QRP rig, any of their rigs are available as QRP radios. This is the first questions you need to answer. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 30, 2020, at 9:25 AM, Tommy Judson

Re: [Elecraft] OT: The Colpitts mystery

2020-04-29 Thread Nr4c
Will this “Mystery” ever be solved? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 29, 2020, at 10:25 PM, Phil Kane wrote: > > On 4/29/2020 4:46 PM, Jim H via Elecraft wrote: > >> I did not like it when it was converted to General Radio Telephone and life >> time &g

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 / KPA500

2020-04-28 Thread Nr4c
I’m not sure what connections are made between each radio and the amp and the other radio. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 28, 2020, at 8:35 PM, Mark Goldberg wrote: > > My confusion is connecting the KPA500 to both the KX2 and K3 at the same > time. I use my KPA

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 / KPA500

2020-04-28 Thread Nr4c
...nr4c. bill > On Apr 28, 2020, at 3:03 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > I’ve run into an interesting situation that has me puzzled. Probably some > dumb pilot error, but after an hour or so looking through the manuals and > thinking about it - I gotta c

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 with older Heil headset

2020-04-24 Thread Nr4c
Thanks for this tip. I knew there was a PTT input somewhere else on the radio besides the rings on the mic jack. My prev posts were from memory, however I sold my KX3 when the K3S was announced. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 24, 2020, at 10:10 PM, rich hurd WC3T wr

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 with older Heil headset

2020-04-24 Thread Nr4c
Oops, one more thing. You’ll need lots of mic gain. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 24, 2020, at 8:29 PM, Bert wrote: > > Hi all, > > I want to use an older Heil headset, with an HC-4 element, with my KX3. > > Despite having tried different settings

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 with older Heil headset

2020-04-24 Thread Nr4c
Before plugging in the mic from Menu set mic buttons to OFF. See the manual about this. Also be sure Bias is OFF. You will need to tap the Transmit button to speak and again to stop. Or use VOX, see manual to set this up. Go have fun! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 24, 2

Re: [Elecraft] VOX on KX, using a Heil headset Questions

2020-04-23 Thread Nr4c
If your Heil mic has a Dynamic element be sure and turn OFF the Bias. I’d like to see Heil market a headset with plugs for KX3/2 radios. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 23, 2020, at 2:43 PM, Carter Craigie wrote: > > Hi again, Jim! > > No joy, Jim, >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 running FT8 and WSPR

2020-04-20 Thread Nr4c
from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 20, 2020, at 10:46 PM, Eddy - k6sdw wrote: > > Hello reflector wizards, I have my KX3 running WSPR reliability but I'm > having little success making contacts on FT8. My basic question, if WSPR is > working and reporting my callsign relia

Re: [Elecraft] KAT4

2020-04-20 Thread Nr4c
The K3 line has had this same range ATU from the beginning. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 20, 2020, at 1:31 PM, Charlie T wrote: > > Well this MAY be a valid question, since I believe for example, the IC-7300 > and/or IC-7610 have an "emergency" mode

Re: [Elecraft] KAT4

2020-04-20 Thread Nr4c
Guys. The KAT4 is installed inside the K4 transceiver. It could not be used with an external amplifier. The matching unit for the KPA500 must go between the Amp output and the antenna. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 20, 2020, at 9:55 AM, Charles Sells wrote: > &

Re: [Elecraft] KAT4

2020-04-20 Thread Nr4c
It’s an internal accessory for a 100 Watt transmitter. I’d guess it will handle up to 150 Watts or so. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 20, 2020, at 8:26 AM, Charles Sells wrote: > > I can see from the literature that is on the website that the KAT4 ATU will > h

Re: [Elecraft] [K3S] intermittent RF path interruption

2020-04-12 Thread Nr4c
Well first I’d try with a “dummy” load. The swap antenna to Ant 1. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 12, 2020, at 3:23 PM, Ben Gelb wrote: > > A bit of a mystery w/ my K3S and I could use help figuring out what the > problem might be. > > Background: I have ha

Re: [Elecraft] Power can be set only to 12W on 100W version

2020-04-12 Thread Nr4c
Contact Elecraft customer service. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 12, 2020, at 12:55 PM, Erwin Witt - DK5EW wrote: > >  > Hi all, > > suddenly I can set the power of my K3/100W version with the power knob on > shortwave only to max 12W and on 6m only

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3A Question

2020-04-12 Thread Nr4c
For station use at home I could get by without. But my radios are used for many club/portable events and antennas are often not optimal. So a ATU is helpful. And I figure if I ever want to sell it it might bring either higher price or quicker sale. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3A Question

2020-04-11 Thread Nr4c
So you’re questioning whether you should buy one? Might have made that clear in your query. Yes. No K3(S) should exist without the appropriate KAT3(a). Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 11, 2020, at 5:32 PM, John Stengrevics > wrote: > > I would if I had one

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3A Question

2020-04-11 Thread Nr4c
What’d I tell you? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 11, 2020, at 5:17 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Why don't you tap the ATU TUNE button and see what happens? > > 73, > Don W3FPR > >> On 4/11/2020 5:06 PM, John Stengrevics wrote: >> My 6 meter a

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3A Question

2020-04-11 Thread Nr4c
Why not try it. The KAT3(a) can tune many a strange antenna. It seems so easy to hook up the antenna and tap the button to see if it works instead of typing a query here and getting many responses. A lot of which will suggest “Try it and see. “ Good luck. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c

Re: [Elecraft] PX3 display artifact caused by Elecraft USB cable

2020-04-11 Thread Nr4c
I seem to remember a spike a bit right of center. I recall this appears when no signal or light signals are present. Stronger signals will diminish this artifact. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 11, 2020, at 1:04 PM, James Smallwood via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hello

Re: [Elecraft] Downloaded DSP1 revision "02.88". Radio responded with revision "00.00"

2020-04-11 Thread Nr4c
I’m not sure why disconnecting the radio and reconnecting again should require a firmware reload. Did you try reloading the latest CONFIG file? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 11, 2020, at 11:46 AM, Randy Diddel wrote: > > Hi all, > > I had disconnected my K

Re: [Elecraft] KX2: Is it possible to clear the clock with a command on the interface?

2020-04-08 Thread Nr4c
Do you have the clock installed? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 8, 2020, at 8:23 PM, Ron Rossi wrote: > > I just noticed that. It is greyed out for me. No option to click it. > > 73 es God Bless de KK1L...Ron Rossi (k...@comcast.net) <>< > QTH: Jeric

Re: [Elecraft] KX2: Is it possible to clear the clock with a command on the interface?

2020-04-08 Thread Nr4c
Doesn’t the KX2 Utility have a function to set the time/date? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 8, 2020, at 7:43 PM, KK1L wrote: > > Folks, > > Wondering if it is possible to send a command to clear the clock on the KX2. > I am considering using a macr

Re: [Elecraft] K4 VHF module

2020-04-04 Thread Nr4c
I suspect this item might be several months after they start shipping the radios. Dust off your “crystal ball”. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 3, 2020, at 11:38 PM, Ken B via Elecraft > wrote: > > Good evening > Quick Q - is there a rough ETA when the VHF modul

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Settings for SignaLink USB

2020-04-04 Thread Nr4c
to show 4 solid bars and flashingbfifth bar on the ALC meter. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 4, 2020, at 4:22 AM, David Bondy wrote: > > I have been using digital modes for years and have a number of SignaLink USB > devices which have all worked very well with a var

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

2020-03-29 Thread Nr4c
By any logic there is only one winner in any contest. Except in American events where there have to many sub events so Everyone gets a prize. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 29, 2020, at 12:03 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > But...with that logic,.ther

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

2020-03-29 Thread Nr4c
), first letter of mfg name, and model number; like “59 E K3S”. I feel sorry for guys using some Yeasu rigs! QWH? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 29, 2020, at 11:08 AM, Wes wrote: > > Wasn't my subject line. But I'll see your four and raise it to five: > Elecraft, Flex, I

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shift-width/lo-hi

2020-03-28 Thread Nr4c
64 F and overcast here in Williamsburg, Virginia right now. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 28, 2020, at 10:24 AM, Martin Sole wrote: > >  Bill, > > Many thanks, EE-Init seems to have done the trick, if for no other reason > than it set default settings and r

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shift-width/lo-hi

2020-03-28 Thread Nr4c
Look in manual for “EE_Init”. Is it set to Hi-Lo for SSB and Shift-Width for CW? If so, why change it? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 28, 2020, at 3:51 AM, Martin Sole wrote: > > HI, > > So today having fun in WPX but playing with the K3 controls I am fairly

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Audio

2020-03-27 Thread Nr4c
Check the setting for number of speakers. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 27, 2020, at 5:03 PM, w...@jetbroadband.com wrote: > > Hello All, > > > > Here's hoping someone will take pity on me. I am not getting any audio out > of my K3 when I remove the h

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Safe Operating PA Temperature

2020-03-26 Thread Nr4c
I believe the radio might shut down somewhere above 80 C. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 26, 2020, at 9:11 PM, Steve Anness wrote: > > This question was posed last October by another on the reflector in regards > to the KX3 but does not look like there was a resp

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Update?

2020-03-23 Thread Nr4c
Eric, Thanks for the update. I appreciate your response. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 23, 2020, at 1:03 AM, Eric Swartz wrote: > > Hi Bill, > > Yes, the abrupt statewide 'shelter in place' orders in California, New York, > New Jersey, Illinois etc. are

[Elecraft] K4 Update?

2020-03-22 Thread Nr4c
will impact things a bit but an official update from Wayne or Eric would be reassuring. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] K3 doesn't work in AFSK-A mode but DATA-A does work. What's broken?

2020-03-20 Thread Nr4c
Are you using software such as n1mm+ to send the RTTY? If so check to verify it isn’t changing the DATA/AFSK to DATA/FSK D? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 20, 2020, at 8:42 AM, Joe N9OK wrote: > > I've reached out to Elecraft Tech Support on this issue. With the

Re: [Elecraft] Per-Band Power Setting Issue

2020-03-12 Thread Nr4c
What wrong with the system already in place. We asvopetators need to shoulder some responsibility in the operation of our radios. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 12, 2020, at 7:37 PM, Tony wrote: > > All: > > How difficult would it be to implement a power limit

Re: [Elecraft] K3: K3S shuts down

2020-03-12 Thread Nr4c
Thanks to all who answered my quest about this “shut down” issue. All answers seem to concentrate on power supply/connection issues. Now I have a area to troubleshoot in depth. Thanks for the help. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 11, 2020, at 7:42 PM, Nr4c wr

[Elecraft] K3: K3S shuts down

2020-03-11 Thread Nr4c
A friend has a K3S (sn 1006x) and it has started to just shut down on its own. Any ideas? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] MMTTY issue

2020-02-28 Thread Nr4c
When in the Data mode you are using, press the SPOT/Pitch button (lower-left of the keypad) and hold. It should show the Mark freq. adjust to suit. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 28, 2020, at 9:25 PM, David Smith wrote: > > I am running to 2 K3 radios for SO2R a

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - Cleaning front panel and bezel

2020-02-24 Thread Nr4c
You can download the Kit Assembly Manual from the Elecraft website. It will provide a lot of good info on how the radio goes together. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 24, 2020, at 6:13 PM, Bert wrote: > > I bought a used KX3 recently and want to clean the front pan

Re: [Elecraft] Distorted Audio Recording

2020-02-18 Thread Nr4c
It’s a whole different audio chain. Now the ADC is in the radio, not the computer. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 18, 2020, at 10:23 PM, Ken Widelitz wrote: > > With a K3 with upgraded IO, I am getting distorted recording audio using > the USB CODEC. This used to w

Re: [Elecraft] Connecting K3/0 to K3S

2020-02-17 Thread Nr4c
Don It’s 38400 baud, not 24800. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 17, 2020, at 6:24 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > There is an RS-232 "dongle" that ships with every K3S. It has an RJ-45 plug > on one end and an RS-232 DE9 connector on the other end. >

Re: [Elecraft] Connecting K3/0 to K3S

2020-02-17 Thread Nr4c
I believe Elecraft has to cable you need. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 17, 2020, at 6:07 PM, W4IEN wrote: > > I have a problem that I am sure some of you have run into. I am trying to > use my K3S remotely using a K3/0 with the RemoteRig 1258 MKIIs hardware.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 panel issues

2020-02-09 Thread Nr4c
Customer Support Where’d you get an incomplete kit? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 9, 2020, at 2:43 PM, Mike Short wrote: > > I’m assembling a K3 from an incomplete kit. It appears the top row of > buttons do not function properly. I can’t enter config,etc. t

Re: [Elecraft] RF feedback into MH3 mic with KX3 on 2m

2020-02-05 Thread Nr4c
Yes. Headphone to mic distance gets short and feedback can happen from leakage. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 5, 2020, at 10:44 AM, Richard Corfield > wrote: > >  > Even with monitor running into headphones? > > I was running the contest with monito

Re: [Elecraft] RF feedback into MH3 mic with KX3 on 2m

2020-02-05 Thread Nr4c
Turn down TX Monitor volume. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 5, 2020, at 5:23 AM, Richard Corfield > wrote: > > I had issues with RF feedback on the MH3 during the UKAC SSB 2m contest > last night. It seemed intermittent. Result was terrible noise in Monit

Re: [Elecraft] FT8 Driver Issue

2020-02-02 Thread Nr4c
First cut the output from the computer by 1/3 to 1/2. Now this will allow finer adjustment with the K3 controls. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 2, 2020, at 7:24 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > > Go into the TX TEST mode and see if the issue still exist. If not, it’s

Re: [Elecraft] VFO B dead

2020-01-27 Thread Nr4c
Add a tad of De-Oxit(sp) and you may be done! Careful, a little goes a long way. ps: after applying the cleaner/lib, work the contacts in and out a few times to spread it and wipe the contacts. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 27, 2020, at 1:37 PM, RIchard Williams via Elecr

Re: [Elecraft] VFO B dead

2020-01-26 Thread Nr4c
Download the K3 Assembly Manual. I believe they just plug in. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 26, 2020, at 10:50 PM, Gary K9GS wrote: > > Hello Don,How difficult is it to replace the encoders? Is there a document > that describes the procedure?73,Gary K9GS > --

Re: [Elecraft] anyone recommend where to buy a SERIAL to USB cable fora k3

2020-01-25 Thread Nr4c
iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 25, 2020, at 10:09 PM, Clay Autery wrote: > >  > > I can also verify that the VSCOM serial boxes workI have this 8 port > one, and it greatly simplifies my cabling in the station.They have all > different types and port

Re: [Elecraft] Remote Operation of K4

2020-01-24 Thread Nr4c
But where does the USB plug into. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 24, 2020, at 1:31 AM, W0MU Mike Fatchett wrote: > > The keyer would be hooked into the keyer/paddle jack? > >> On 1/22/2020 3:04 AM, Nr4c wrote: >> What to plug Winkeyer into at the radio e

Re: [Elecraft] Update: K3 Hard of Hearing

2020-01-22 Thread Nr4c
I think that time was several days ago! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 22, 2020, at 1:36 AM, Jack Brindle via Elecraft > wrote: > > John; > > It sounds like it is time to call tech support to see if they can help. They > are pretty good at figuring out

Re: [Elecraft] Remote Operation of K4

2020-01-22 Thread Nr4c
What to plug Winkeyer into at the radio end? The K4 is connected to Ethernet, no a computer. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 20, 2020, at 7:52 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > >  > > I’ve not seen any USB to paddle interface as yet. > > K1EL Winke

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