Re: [Elecraft] How to Isolate 2nd Transceiver in two Radio Base Station (WU6R / Mark)

Mark The MFJ 1708-SDR will isolate a second rig/recover (designed more for SDR devices like the SDPplay) while the main rig transmits. https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-016017 This is not a classic SO2R setup. Paul W6PNG/M0SN > On Jan 1, 2019, at 9:27 AM, wrote: > > Two transceive

[Elecraft] Elecraft KRC2 build snaps and short narrative

Like all on this list I like my Elecraft gear and have used it extensively for Summits on the Air (SOTA), the 2016 ARRL NPOTA event and now morphing into suitcase DXpeditions. If interested in a few snaps and narrative check out my blog post at ….. https://w6png.wordpress.com/2019/01/07/suitcas

[Elecraft] SO2R home-brew controller project for portable duel KX3/PX3 contest station

Following on from my Elecraft KRC2 post, here is a little writeup and snaps of an ultra small SO2R controller I built for my evolving duel KX3/PX3 portable contest station. If interested read on at https://w6png.wordpress.com/2019/01/09/suitcase-dxpedition-station-automation-part-2-an-ardui

Re: [Elecraft] PX3: Use outside in bright sunlight

Part way down my blog post you can see a picture of my PX3 outside in Lassen NP during the ARRL 2016 NPOTA event. Amazingly visible!! https://nomadic.blog/2016/05/09/a-noble-journey/ Paul W6PNG/M0SNA > On Jan 15, 2019, at 8:35 PM, Edward R Co

Re: [Elecraft] K2: IF Tap Point

Don Do you know what has to be done (extra circuitry etc) to get the DXE Clifton Lab amp to work with a K2 and essentially mirror the functionality of Jack Smith’s one? Paul Gacek W6PNG/M0SNA > On Feb 15, 2019, at 9:41 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Jim, > > The IF take-off point normally used

[Elecraft] K2 still a viable portable contest station?

I’m heading down to Costa Rica tomorrow with a couple of friends to participate in the ARRL DX Phone contest. Last year we took my KX3/PX3/KXPA100 combo and were pretty happy all round with it (the KXPA100 did seem to get upset periodically which always happened when I was off shift, resulting

Re: [Elecraft] K2 still a viable portable contest station?

Thanks all for your perspectives and the info on the audio chain is very informative and hadn’t really thought of that one. Simplistically I thought the audio on all three would be similar but now I know. I have a K2/100 I built and maybe like all K2 owners have a fondness for it and would like

Re: [Elecraft] LP-PAN 2 Panadapter with Z10000 for K2

Eric I am interested and have emailed you a couple of times off list as you suggested. If the items are sold please let me know. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Apr 6, 2019, at 3:40 PM, EricJ wrote: > > Originally an LP-PAN, but upgraded to LP-PAN 2. > No e

Re: [Elecraft] K3 SignaLink & FT8 Question

I don’t use a Signalink or any external device beyond the PC to operate FT8 on my K3s. Maybe it's a K3s option (I just can’t remember if it was included or not) but the K3s USB I have enables rig control and also presents the K3s internal sound card to my PC. Just configure WSJT-X to use thos

Re: [Elecraft] Ham Radio Friedrichrichshafen

I will be attending. Paul Gacek W6PNG www.nomadic.blog > On May 7, 2019, at 2:50 AM, ALAN WONG wrote: > > Hello everyone. I was just wondering if anyone on the list will be attending > Ham Radio in Friedrichshafen, Germany this year. > > Alan Wong > > KK6WA > ___

[Elecraft] KX3/2m driving an SG-Labs 1296Mhz transverter configuration question

I have had the KX3/2m and SG Labs successfully working by simply selecting the KX3 2m band (i.e the KX3 VFO displays 144.200Mhz etc) and driving the SGLabs box with 144Mhz signals. …and if interested in prior UK adventure with my KX3/SGLabs box check out https://w6png.wordpress.com/2018/10/14/b

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/2m driving an SG-Labs 1296Mhz transverter configuration question

ou decode the band data correctly. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > >> On 5/9/2019 10:13 AM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft wrote: >> I have had the KX3/2m and SG Labs successfully working by simply selecting >> the KX3 2m band (i.e the KX3 VFO displays 144.200Mhz etc) and driving the >&

Re: [Elecraft] FS: Selling HF Projects Backpacker Amplifier

Paul What are the specs on it ….weight and dimensions? paul W6PNG > On May 13, 2019, at 2:21 PM, Paul Webb wrote: > > > 5 Watts in 35 watts out. 160-10 Meters Very clean, NICE, Asking $200, Off > List Paul K5HKX > > > __ > Elec

Re: [Elecraft] KX3/2m driving an SG-Labs 1296Mhz transverter configuration question

) = 0 XV2 (Adr) = int.trn0 Now works!! Thanks to everyone that offered up suggestions. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA > On May 9, 2019, at 3:13 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft > wrote: > > I have had the KX3/2m and SG Labs successfully working by simply selecting > the KX3 2m band (i.e the K

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft K4?

Possibly not!! I’m having dinner with a Swiss ham and it does appear that the Swiss company is very real and very legit. If you cast your mind back the KX2 it was “leaked” by Southgate ARC (UK). Enjoy it all and find out Friday!! Isn’t marketing fun? Paul W6PNG/M0SNA > On May 16, 2019, at 7

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Issues

Petr I took a tumble coming off a SOTA peak this weekend doing a rather precarious summersault via my pack which had my KX3 in it. It now has failed in exactly the same way you described. Can you possibly re-share the fix as I’ll try it before sending the KX3 (which has seen so many peaks and

Re: [Elecraft] K4 and Linux Infrastructure

Dave DDOS is quite hard for any end point (PC, iPhone, K4 etc) to deal with effectively. If a million zombie Macs decide to simultaneously attack your end point your best chance is as Rick states, a device that makes up the perimeter defenses such as a firewall or cyber security alternative (i.

Re: [Elecraft] band decode/antenna switch controller

David Elecraft does and its the KCR2 kit. See my blog for snaps etc https://nomadic.blog/2019/01/07/suitcase-dxpedition-station-automation-step-1-the-elecraft-krc2/ Also, I have been down a sim

Re: [Elecraft] band decode/antenna switch controller

the > more complex (and more capable) microHAM Station Master. > > 73, > > ... Joe, W4TV > > > On 2019-06-06 10:59 AM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft wrote: >> David >> Elecraft does and its the KCR2 kit. >> See my blog for snaps etc >> https://

Re: [Elecraft] New K1 Kit

Glen Maybe but a long shot. My sense is that while Elecraft is exceptionally busy with the K4, if any real serious commercial life was left in the K1 then Elecraft understandably would want to exploit it. The but comes from Wayne granting the right for the NorCal 40 to be “copied” but only as

Re: [Elecraft] K3S - Win4K3Suite - SDRPlay

Gwen You might not like it but from Microsoft’s web site W7 goes end of life Jan 2020 (i.e. 6 months from now) after which no security patches will be made available. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsforbusiness/end-of-windows-7-support A patched OS is really a good thing to have and you

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 failure of speaker in KX3 #27**

Barry It’s possible an internal connector has become partially loose. Maybe try resetting obvious internal cables. The speaker sometimes cuts out on my KX2 after a battery change which seems to be solved by re-jiggering things. Not very scientific but it might work. Paul M0SNA/W6PNG www.nomad

[Elecraft] I give up.....where’s the Elecraft booth at friedrichshaffen?

Walking around the main hall and no obvious sign of Elecraft. Paul W6PNG __ 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 li

Re: [Elecraft] I give up.....where’s the Elecraft booth at friedrichshaffen?

7654684899/ >> >> >> Hope this helps >> Thorsten >> >>> Am 21.06.19 um 10:19 schrieb Paul Gacek via Elecraft: >>> Walking around the main hall and no obvious sign of Elecraft. >>> >>> Paul >>> W6PNG >>> ___

[Elecraft] Does the KX2 have Squelch?

I’m trying to get an XV144 working for possible SOTA usage. As I might be operating FM and/or SSB I’ve been searching for squelch control on the KX2 but without luck. Does it support squelch? Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog __ Elec

Re: [Elecraft] Does the KX2 have Squelch?

A. > - PL tone frequency may be adjusted using MENU:FM TONE. Tapping '1' turns PL > tone on or off. If PL tone is > turned on, rotating VFO A changes its frequency. > - 1750 Hz tone burst is not supported at this time. > > Mike va3mw > >> On Sat, Jul 6, 2019

[Elecraft] Help on wiring up a XV144 to a KX3 (or KX2)

I would like to connect these two and am following the guidance in Fred Cady’s KX Line manual page 239 and details in the XV Owners Manual. Wiring/connectivity is; - KX3/KX2 RF out (28 MHz via BNC) connected to XV144 Tx In/IF1 port (single port for RX/TX). - KX3 ACC2 connected to XV144 CONTROL D

Re: [Elecraft] Fw: K2 for sale

Take up Summits on the Air and invite the wife to hike with you and watch you put up a temporary antenna attached to the K2 on a peak with a great view. Everyone happy! Paul > On Aug 23, 2019, at 3:41 PM, Logan R Zintsmaster wrote: > > Get a loop antenna, stretch some strings across it, hang

Re: [Elecraft] Dual panadapter on K4 at Pacificon

Wayne Now that Pacificon is underway and for those unable to attend, can you (or anyone!!) share a snap or two of what was displayed in San Ramon? Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Oct 17, 2019, at 11:19 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > One of many K4 features we're putting the finishing tou

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 storage temps

-40F is the same temperature as -40C Paul > On Nov 2, 2019, at 7:27 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > Lithium AA batteries are good to -40F or -40C. My question remains. Does > anyone know the answer? Thanks. > > 73 Eric WD6DBM > > On Sat, Nov 2, 2019, 5:13 AM Tommy wrote: > >> Eric, >> >>

Re: [Elecraft] 4k monitors for the shack, late 2019

Only Apple could come up with a desktop display that cost more than the K4. https://www.apple.com/pro-display-xdr/ Paul W6PNG > On Nov 7, 2019, at 12:47 PM, Tox wrote: > > Hello all, > > I'm going to continue to eagerly await a K4 for A While. In the >

Re: [Elecraft] FS: RemoteRig RRC-1258 MkII Pair

Any cables included? I’m interested in them either way. Paul > On Dec 1, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Richard Cutter wrote: > > From Estate, RRC-1258 MkII Pair. Jumpers set for Kenwood radio. SN: 2637 > and 2663. Include power supplies and microphone cable. They indicate power > and appear to be i

Re: [Elecraft] Test

Received loud and clear! Paul w6png www.nomadic.blog > On Dec 4, 2019, at 1:03 PM, German Duran wrote: > > Dejar friends: I want to ask one of the members of this list a favor. If > you can tell me if this message was published in this list. I am not sure > if the

Re: [Elecraft] Configuration suggestions 1st Elecraft

Hi Jim What is a DX3? Is that the name of your concept, a typo or what? Your email sounds intriguing but I’m missing something about the nature of your project/request. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Dec 19, 2019, at 10:53 PM, Jim McLaughlin wrote: > > I am working on developing a

Re: [Elecraft] Visit to Elecraft HQ worthwhile?

Terry I’ve stopped by the facility at Watsonville to drop off/pick up stuff. I’m not sure if a “factory” tour was an option but pretty much all I saw was the lobby! Beyond getting my stuff, it was great to put faces to names of Team Elecraft that I have interacted with over the years. As to dr

Re: [Elecraft] My prediction for Dayton 2020

Hi Joe I think many of us will be happy to wait for the X-rated version and just get the K4. That aside and as much as I would love the next iteration of the KX3, think its pretty awesome radio as it stands and mine has seen much use and many miles. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Feb

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping Status updates

For what it’s worth the southern most “Shelter in Place” county is Santa Clara. Watsonville is in Monterey county which is south of Santa Clara. However I’m sure shipping via fedex etc has to have taken a hit. Buying from Elecraft right now has to help them. Tough times all round. Paul W6PNG/M0

Re: [Elecraft] OT - LOTW / ARRL Down

I have noticed periodic outages over the weekend. Checking the log queue I noticed some instances where huge logs/number of Qs where q-ed for processing. See following http://www.arrl.org/logbook-queue-status Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Mar 23, 2020, at 2:25 PM, Rich wrote: > >

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

If you follow the link you can see what radios the 50+ WRTC 2018 participant teams used. Lots of K3. http://wrtc2018.de/competition/finalscores.php Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Mar 28, 2020, at 8:22 PM, Barry Baines via Elecraft > wrote: > > Dick: > >> On Mar 28, 2020, at 9:17

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

e > one K3 and something else for the second radio. > > So four out of 20 radios were K3s. > > Also of interest 6 out of 10 used WinTest with 4 using N1MM+. > > Wes N7WS > > >> On 3/29/2020 2:50 AM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft wrote: >> If you follow the link

Re: [Elecraft] The Big Three...

3s. Sixth and 7th >>> places use >>> one K3 and something else for the second radio. >>> >>> So four out of 20 radios were K3s. >>> >>> Also of interest 6 out of 10 used WinTest with 4 using N1MM+. >>> >>>

Re: [Elecraft] Quick Followup to my recent query

Hi carter It’s turned on and off via a menu and not a button. Page 20 of the KX2 manual covers it. If MENU:VOX MD is OFF (PTT, or push-to-talk mode), the transmitter must be enabled by tapping XMIT or by holding the mic’s PTT button. With VOX on, the VOX icon turns on, and transmit starts by s

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

Frank For what its worth and everyones milage will vary, I had a brand new CM500 that I used for a week of hard operating while on a pretty island and the boom came loose after a couple of days. Since then I have reliably used the Elecraft sold Heil Proset at home and other pretty islands. Iron

[Elecraft] K4 TX Antenna port count and usage question

I think I’ve read that the K4 will have 3 TX antenna ports and possibly up to 5 RX antenna ports. Does anyone know if the 3 TX can all be used for HF bands concurrently? The use case is very straightforward and is; 1) tri bander 10/15/20 2) 40m antenna 3) 80m antenna I just want to make sure I

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

Wayne Thanks for the super quick and succinct reply. The 3rd TX port is (for me at least) a huge boon and having at least 2 RX opens up a ton of possibilities. I’m really looking forward to the K4. Here is a blog post of my continued efforts to find a sweet spot between functionality and port

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

Hi Wayne St Kitts is a great destination but no I didn’t get trapped there but instead further south down the coast in Laguna Beach. While St Kitts might have been better, Laguna is more than good enough. The biggest challenge with my dual KXPX3/KXPA100 is the tom of connecting wires/cables es

Re: [Elecraft] Alternative AMP to KX3 since Elecraft has temporarily stopped making AMPS

I realize you are looking for a 100w amp but if you like building kits, the 50w Hardrock is a very fun project and works well. https://www.hobbypcb.com/index.php/products/hf-radio/hardrock-50-hf-power-amp I built one and have used it on SOTA activations when I want something more that 10-15w.

Re: [Elecraft] KX-3 transverters

Dan I’m just in the process of tidying up my 1.2Ghz SG lab transverter connection to the KX3 and weaving in their 25w amp for SOTA work here in SoCal. It leveraged the 2m and the 3w out is fine with the SG labs transverters. For what it’s worth W6PQL has some great amp etc for VHF and up. Most

Re: [Elecraft] solar- battery info request

Hi Robert I have done over 250 portable operations through the SOTA program and the much loved 2016 NPOTA. This SoCal company is a popular source for batteries from small to large plus solar panels. https://www.bioennopower.com/ Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On May 27, 2020, at 2:35

Re: [Elecraft] KAT100 discontinued, will the K2 kit last much longer?

So much can happen in 3 years especially when talking about retirement ages and I’d be inclined to buy the K2 now and build it now if that is a viable option and it really is high on the bucket list. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On May 28, 2020, at 3:23 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: > > Yo

[Elecraft] Adventures with a KX2 near Mono Lake, California

I’ve used my KX2 so many times from far away places and its always come through. Here is a post with a bunch of snaps that might brighten your Great Lockdown day. https://nomadic.blog/2020/05/29/cowtrack-mountain-near-mono-lake-ca/

Re: [Elecraft] Adventures with a KX2 near Mono Lake, California

all of us. > > Clark in Atlanta, WU4B > >> On Fri, May 29, 2020 at 11:35 AM Paul Gacek via Elecraft >> wrote: >> I’ve used my KX2 so many times from far away places and its always come >> through. >> >> Here is a post with a bunch of snaps that mi

[Elecraft] K1 build question: T1, turn count method.

I have completed the RF board RX build portion and about to test it with the filter board and front panel. I realize I may have a discrepancy on turns for T1. I count a turn by tracing the wire around the toroid and get 4 turns of green but the manual page 14 states I should count a turn each

Re: [Elecraft] K1 build question: T1, turn count method.

John Fair question as to why not. I guess it boils down to tolerance in the design. As T1 and T2 are impedance matches maybe my error isn’t going to push things out of tolerance. That written, the consensus feed back is I have counted the turns wrong on T1 and it’s easy enough to reduce a tur

Re: [Elecraft] K1 build question: T1, turn count method.

ence." > > 73, > Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW > Sparks NV DM09dn > Washoe County > >> On 5/29/2020 12:49 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft wrote: >> I have completed the RF board RX build portion and about to test it with the >> filter board and front panel. &g

Re: [Elecraft] New release of Win4IcomSuite supporting the SDRPlay RSPDx and IQ Output.

Thanks Tom and I think your product is great offering a ton out utility!! Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.com > On Jun 6, 2020, at 8:57 AM, Tom wrote: > > Hello, > There is a new version of Win4K3Suite available, version 2.026. This release > adds support for the SDRPlay RSPDX and has an IQ output

Re: [Elecraft] Peaks, parks, and prayers: CW & SSB islands in a digital sea

Wayne Thanks for promoting wilderness radio including SOTA and I hope you don’t mind but I copied your entire message into a post on the global SOTA Reflector (watering hole). https://reflector.sota.org.uk/t/wayne-burdick-elecraft-promoting-sota-cw-and-ssb/22983

[Elecraft] FS: KXPA100 with ATU

I listed one of my pair on eBay if anyone is interested. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Elecraft-KXPA100-100w-amplifier-and-ATU-excellent-condition-Factory-build/203018788430?hash=item2f44dcde4e:g:f7kAAOSw9Dle4m6R Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog _

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft BL2 Kit unbuilt and complete - $29 plus shipping

I have an unbuilt BL2 kit. Details are our favorite web site ….. https://elecraft.com/collections/bl2-model/products/bl2-balun New from Elecraft is $49, I’m asking $29. Paypal only to paul.ga...@gmail.com

[Elecraft] FS: Unbuilt Elecraft XG50 signal source - $29

I have an unbuilt XG50 kit. Details are our favorite web site ….. https://elecraft.com/products/xg50-test-oscillator New from Elecraft is $49, I’m asking $29. Paypal only to paul.ga...@gmail.com Ship to USA addresses only. $10 shipping. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nom

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft AT1 40db attenuator - $39

I have an unbuilt XG50 kit. Details are our favorite web site ….. https://elecraft.com/products/at1-step-attenuator-kit New from Elecraft is $59, I’m asking $39. Paypal only to paul.ga...@gmail.com Ship to US

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft KPOD (new in box) $259 plus shipping

I have an unboxed KPOD that I purchased about 9 months ago which is surplus to my needs (I already have one and love it!!) Details are our favorite web site ….. https://elecraft.com/products/k-pod-control-panel-for-the-k3s-k3 New from Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KPOD (new in box) $259 plus shipping

I guess my I messed up my cut and paste. Should read “ new from Elecraft is $289 and I’m asking $259 + $15 shipping”. Paul > On Jun 11, 2020, at 2:57 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft > wrote: > > I have an unboxed KPOD that I purchased about 9 months ago which is surplus > to my n

Re: [Elecraft] FS: KXPA100 with ATU

> Why would you pay Epay their "cut" when you have the entire elecraft > audience at your findertips? > 73 > Dean/K2WW > >> On Thu, Jun 11, 2020, 14:14 Paul Gacek via Elecraft < >> elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: >> >> I listed one

[Elecraft] SOLD Re: FS: Elecraft BL2 Kit unbuilt and complete - $29 plus shipping

Paul Gacek > On Jun 11, 2020, at 2:55 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft > wrote: > > I have an unbuilt BL2 kit. > > Details are our favorite web site ….. > > https://elecraft.com/collections/bl2-model/products/bl2-balun > <https://elecraft.com/collections/bl2-mode

[Elecraft] SOLD Re: FS: Unbuilt Elecraft XG50 signal source - $29

Paul Gacek > On Jun 11, 2020, at 3:37 PM, Paul Gacek via Elecraft > wrote: > > I have an unbuilt XG50 kit. > > Details are our favorite web site ….. > > https://elecraft.com/products/xg50-test-oscillator > > New from Elecraft is $49, I’m asking $2

[Elecraft] SOLD Re: Elecraft AT1 40db attenuator - $39

Paul Gacek > On Jun 11, 2020, at 3:28 PM, Paul Gacek wrote: > > I have an unbuilt XG50 kit. > > Details are our favorite web site ….. > > https://elecraft.com/products/at1-step-attenuator-kit > > New from Elecraft is $59, I’m asking $39. > > Paypal only to paul.ga...@gmail.com > > Ship

[Elecraft] KPOD still available....reduce price $239 + $15 shipping

I still have the new inbox unused KPOD that i purchased 9 months ago. My price is $239 + $15 shipping to continental USA. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft H

[Elecraft] FS: PX3 (currently backordered by Elecraft) with SideKX endplates/lexan cover - MINT Condition

I'm working my way through a surplus of radio gear and am offering my second factory built PX3 for sale. I am the original owner. I think these are backordered at Elecraft but mine will ship as soon as payment is received! It's in fabulous condition, with SIdeKX end plates and lexan cover. Fact

[Elecraft] SOLD - KPOD still available....reduce price $239 + $15 shipping

> From: Paul Gacek via Elecraft > Date: June 14, 2020 at 9:51:13 AM PDT > To: Elecraft Reflector > Subject: [Elecraft] KPOD still availablereduce price $239 + $15 shipping > Reply-To: Paul Gacek > > I still have the new inbox unused KPOD that i purchased 9 months

Re: [Elecraft] updated K3

Here is a link to an eBay search that looks for “completed” auction (sold) for a K3. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=Elecraft+k3&_in_kw=1&_ex_kw=&_sacat=0&LH_Complete=1&_udlo=&_udhi=&_ftrt=901&_ftrv=1&_sabdlo=&_sabdhi=&_samilow=&_samihi=&_sadis=15&_stpos=92656&_sargn=-1%26saslc%3D1

Re: [Elecraft] Future of KPA500 & KAT500

I think it depends on the use case. I’d rather see the KPA500 v2 made lighter and a third antenna port added. The real icing on the cake would be 10w in and 500w out but I won’t touch that topic too much! This would make it a better “portable” amp. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Jun

Re: [Elecraft] I'm building a personal email list....

Do we get paid to be on the personal email list? Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Jun 19, 2020, at 4:16 PM, Al K0VM via Elecraft > wrote: > > not me > al, K0VM > >> On 6/19/2020 3:05 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote: >> If you -don't- want to be included -do- say so. I won't be offended. >> >>

Re: [Elecraft] No usb

Not sure what OS you are using but Windows might have reassigned the port you were using and while the device was back at Elecraft to another PC peripheral. Paul > On Jul 10, 2020, at 12:56 PM, gmuller885 via Elecraft > wrote: > > I recently received my unit back from elecraft and the unit w

[Elecraft] Tired of fretting about the K4.....see what a KX2 looks like at 12, 800 ft

Here are a few snaps of me and my KX2 up in the California Sierra Nevada mountains last Saturday. Never ceases to amaze me how functional the KX2 is. https://nomadic.blog/2020/07/21/mount-starr-a-sierra-nevada-gem/ Paul W6PNG/M

Re: [Elecraft] Free shipping

Maybe but I have to imagine that the recent past has been rough and tough for Elecraft on many fronts. I for one will be thrilled just to receive my K4 and happy to pay the list price and whatever is the market shipping rate. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Jul 31, 2020, at 8:05 AM, J

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PX3 desktop stand

Here is one I built using generally available parts. It’s buried but obvious in this blog post of mine. https://nomadic.blog/2020/05/08/of-cannons-beer-and-paradise/ Paul > On Aug 9, 2020, at 4:59 PM, Mark Goldberg wrote: > > Gem's Products KX3 and PX3 mounts and some plywood works for me. S

[Elecraft] K3s in a M/M HP environment question

I operated over the weekend as W6E as one half of a M/M HP County Expedition in CQP. I ran the SSB side of the show and N6MI the CW. Scott has the FTDX101. We were both operating 500w into similar spec-ed 2 element beams on 20/15/10. We were about 300-500 ft apart. I’m looking for advice on ho

Re: [Elecraft] Question about shipping.

They do sell the styrofoam as I have bought some for my KPA500 Paul > On Oct 8, 2020, at 3:26 PM, w...@jetbroadband.com wrote: > > All, > > > > I wonder if Elecraft would sell to its' consumers the boxes and packaging > material that would fit our radio, amps and other Elecraft products? >

Re: [Elecraft] K4 replacement?

Hey Alan My heart goes out to you as your circumstances seem unimaginable to me. I think 2020 is a year not many of us want to remember and generally if we do not too much of it's positive. Your humor is admirable and should help all round including the un-male thing of having to do intensive

[Elecraft] WTB: K3/K3s Digital Voice Recorder (KDVR3)

Hi all I’ve signed up to the Elecraft “wish list” of K3 accessories but its unclear if or when Elecraft will resume availability of K3/K3s accessories. In the interim, I’m interested in purchasing a KDVR3 if anyone has one spare. Contact off list at w6...@arrl.net Paul

[Elecraft] K3/0 direct connect to K3s within a Jeep (no Internet, no RemoteRIG). Is it feasible?

I have been operating from within my Jeep and primarily from the passenger seat. I spent a lot of effort perfecting a KX3/PX3 system where two of these are mounted on my dash. https://nomadic.blog/2019/10/22/suitcase-dxpedition-so2r-why-drive-a-boring-bmw-m-series-when-you-can-have-a-ferrari/

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft K1 40/30/20/15, ATU, NB and visible tuning indicator

Hi all, Trying to rationalize my radio collection and I am not really a CW guy. Operates on all bands and puts out 5w+. Speaker, headphones, keyer etc work fine. Has the FL-4 configured for 40m, 30m, 20m and 15m. ATU and NB installed and working. K6XX visible tuning indicator. $475 plus $1

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft KXPA100, ATU, mint condition, 18 months old and about 20 hours total use

Hi all, I bought this new about 18 months ago and it probably has around 20 hours total use. It’s In mint condition. Comes with the KXPACBL set ($59.99 new from Elecraft). $1125 plus $35 shipping via USPS to US destination only. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog

[Elecraft] SOLD Re: Elecraft KXPA100, ATU, mint condition, 18 months old and about 20 hours total use

The amp has been sold. Paul > On Oct 25, 2020, at 12:29 PM, PAUL GACEK via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi all, > > I bought this new about 18 months ago and it probably has around 20 hours > total use. It’s In mint condition. > > Comes with the KXPACBL set ($59.99 new

[Elecraft] PRICE REDUCTIONRe: Elecraft K1 40/30/20/15, ATU, NB and visible tuning indicator

Its hard to fairly price used gear. My new price for this is $385 (down fro $475) plus $15 shipping. Paul > On Oct 25, 2020, at 12:15 PM, PAUL GACEK via Elecraft > wrote: > > Hi all, > > > Trying to rationalize my radio collection and I am not really a CW guy. >

[Elecraft] FS: K3/K3s Sub receiver - New in Box, never installed, includes 2.7 Khz filter

I purchased this a year ago sensing that these might go EOL sooner than later. Not sure I will ever install this in my K3s. Its new in box, includes manual etc and all the parts. List price new was $699 and I’m asking $699 plus $19 shipping. Happy to ship to any US state but not outside USA. N

[Elecraft] FS: XV 432 Transverter

Working XV 432 available for $395 plus $15 shipping. Includes manual. Happy to ship to any US state but not outside USA. No returns as apparently some out there are naughty part swappers. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog

[Elecraft] SOLD Re: K3/K3s Sub receiver - New in Box, never installed, includes 2.7 Khz filter

The sub receiver is sold. Paul > On Oct 29, 2020, at 8:13 AM, PAUL GACEK wrote: > > I purchased this a year ago sensing that these might go EOL sooner than > later. > > Not sure I will ever install this in my K3s. > > Its new in box, includes manual etc and all the parts. > > List price ne

[Elecraft] 7QP contest adventures using my KX3/PX3/KXPA100

If you are interested in a few snaps and narrative from my expedition style contest participation using my KX3/PX3 from my Jeep up at 7,000 ft then click away at…… https://nomadic.blog/2020/08/01/becoming-k7e/ Paul W6PNG/M0SNA ___

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Remote Power Switch

This might be a source https://www.digital-loggers.com/lpc.html Paul Gacek > On Nov 12, 2020, at 12:47 PM, K9MA wrote: > > A friend in Europe is setting up a K3 and KPA500 for remote operation. Does > anyone know of a suitable 240 V EU remote power switch? > > 73, > Scott K9MA > > ---

[Elecraft] FS: K2 DSP

I have an assembled and working K2 DSP looking for a new home. $175 plus $10 shipping. Payment via PayPay. Paul Gacek W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KRC2 silkscreen gotcha

Hi Paul Thanks for the heads up. I had some communication issues with my KRC2 in that it worked like a champ with my K2 but not so with my KX3. I’m going to crack open my krc2 shortly and see what values I have in those two resistor locations. What radio where you using with the KRC2? Paul W

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

John I agree that in late 2020 the fun nowadays, especially if you have a KX3/100, would be around building the K2. You know your own comfort level but to get your 2E0 license you had to build a circuit that worked and with that and given the Elecraft K2 build documentation is simply great, yo

Re: [Elecraft] Sunspots!?!?

Happy thanksgiving to all you care! and thinking positively , I’m all for cycle 25 being a whopper and incredible! Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Nov 26, 2020, at 7:32 PM, Robert Cunnings wrote: > > A contrarian view of cycle 25 was recently published which predicts a peak > S

Re: [Elecraft] CW bands hopping up through 10 m...

Hi Wayne I did a couple of SOTA activations earlier today in the Eastern Sierras with my ever trusty KX2. I had some voice contacts on 17m to Hawaii and back east that were the best quality (clarity, lack of noise) that I have heard in ages. I hope Cycle 25 turns out to be a gem. Paul Gacek W

Re: [Elecraft] CW bands hopping up through 10 m...

Maybe but with 100s of field activations under my belt this felt different!! I’m still routing for a spectacular cycle 25. Paul > On Nov 28, 2020, at 7:18 PM, Jim Brown wrote: > > On 11/28/2020 5:23 PM, PAUL GACEK via Elecraft wrote: >> lack of noise > > That probably h

[Elecraft] Adventures with a KPA500, K3s in the desert

If interested in my desert expedition style participation in the recent California QSO party using my favorite Elecraft gear then click on. https://nomadic.blog/2020/12/05/4-days-in-purgatory/ Paul W6PNG/M0SNA __ Elecraft mailing l

[Elecraft] FS: K2 100 watt amplifier built - works fine

I have this on one of my k2. Works fine and puts out ~100 w per band 10-160. I’m not the original builder. $400 plus $20 USPS shipping to US residential address. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://

[Elecraft] FS: KDSP for K2

Works fine and surplus to my requirements. $185 plus $15 USPS shipping. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailt

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