I certainly agree with the posts concerning Don's assistance and help with the
many problems encountered by the kit builders.
Bravo Don, you Friendly, Patient, Radioman.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 04031
K2 S/N 04575
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Stephen,
Go for it, you'll really enjoy assembling a K2. Suggest you start with a
basic K2 plus the K2SB SSB board and a K2AT antenna tuner.
Use a good power supply. I use an Elpac 6 amp model that I picked up at
a Hamfest for $10.00
Good luck and keep the list informed as to your progress.
73
Hi Kevin,
I just read your description of the storm that hit your area. Wow,
thank goodness that the falling tree didn't strike you.
As a retired insurance adjuster I agree you were right in not removing
the evidence. Let the insurer make the necessary repairs, why should you
break your neck.
Dave,
Stick to the KPA100 amplifier for your K2. I use one here and there is
no comparison with other amps.
The KPA100 is fully integrated with the K2 and is a real pleasure to
use. Trust me!
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 04031
K2 S/N 04575
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Keith,
I have never had the fan in my KPA100 activate, it never gets warm
enough here in Southern Ontario. I doubt that your New England
temperatures are much different than here.
Forget about the fan operation and use your K2/100.
73, Bob VE3XM
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Scott,
Suggest that you use BNC/SO 239 adapter to hook up your antenna, saves
enlarging and adding holes to the rear panel of your K2.
73, Bob VE3XM
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Keith,
Congrats on getting the KSB2 built and working.
For heavens sake leave the 2.4 width alone, going to 2.6 will leave you
sorry.
I worked a VE6 yesterday from Calgary and assisted him in picking up a
couple of VE3's with my low power K2 @ 15 watts and received his thanks,
pretty good on 20
Scott,
The basic K2 & KSB2 have no mods since the Serial number approx. 4000.
The S/N now is approaching 6000.
Elecraft is the only supplier of ham gear that I am aware of that has
the guts to tell their customers about improvements they
have made to their products and make the mods available t
Hi Dave,
I noted your 10 Nov. discussion as to filter widths.
Are you nstill in possesion of my old K2 S/N 02763 ? Is this the one
you have modified with the 2.6 Kc. width ?
Just curious.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 04031
K2 S/N 04575
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Keith,
Take it from a SSB op go for the 2.4 SSB caps, I believe 2.6 Kcs. is too
wide for effective SSB reception.
Mine are 2.4 Kcs.
Bob, VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 04031
K2 S/N 04275
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Hi Bob,
For your information your spelling of Canadian Provinces is incorrect,
it is NOT Providences.
73, Bob VE3XM
Wellesley, Ontario
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I was first licenced in 1950 or 1951 at 15 or 16 years of age as VE3BLS.
Built a homebrew 3 tube superhet receiver design
and a single 6L6 xtal controlled transmitter design, both from the 1949
ARRL Handbook which I won at a Hamfest at Kingston,
Ontario. Tried for days to make my first CW contact
Hi Bill,
The K2 has adequate mic gain providing you use the correct microphone! I
use the Heil mics that were available from Elecraft some time ago. I
work all kinds of DX, establishing contact usually on the first or
second call, even in pile-ups. No change in the resistance in my KSB2
boards
Kurt,
Make that three of us who operate SSB!
I find the K2 to be excellent on SSB mode, for ragchewing and DX hunting.
I almost never operate CW any more due to medical problems.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 04575
K2/100 S/N 04031
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I wish to express my thanks for the excellent service suggestions
provided by Don to the many calls for help, thanks Don.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 04575
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Jim,
Why Do you restrict your sale to Continental U.S. ? Whats the matter
with Alaska, Hawaii and Canada ???
Bob, VE3XM
K2 S/N 4031
K2/100 S/N 4575
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Bill,
No problems here either, 4 Elecraft K2's built and used here since 1999.
Bob, VE3XM
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Martin,
When are you going to get an Elecraft K2 ?
73, Bob VE3XM
K2's S/N 04031 & 04575
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Rich,
HamStationExtreme just yesterday announced version 3.00.17. I
downloaded it but have not yet had a chance to try it.
Version 3.00.16 does not work for me either.
Keep me informed as to your progress.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 4031
K2 S/N 4575
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Hi Ron,
I too have "crook" hearing and built the EC2 Speaker but using an
amplifier designed by Tom Hammond N0SS (note his website).
What an improvement over the stock speaker.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N 4031
K2 S/N 4575
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I have been upgrading the captioned K2 for a friend.
I installed new matched xtals in the entire rig as well as the KSB2 module.
I replaced U6 the MCU on the Control board and U1 the IOC on the RF Board.
I did not upgrade U1, the IC Microcontroller on the KSB2 Board.
The KSB2 now is not working p
Kevin,
Suggest that you advise the serial number of your K2.
Later models incorporate mods to the KSB2 SSB module and the main cct
board which greatly improve the transmitted audio.
Pull up the Elecraft website and look at the ordering page for details
if your S/N is under 04000.
Both of my K2's
Ken,
Rework Eliminators & UNPCB's are one and the same thing.
The big advantage of adding these is future trouble shooting.
I am presently doing mods to a friends K2 and the Rework Eliminators
have proven invaluable.
I believe you will really like your new K2, in my opinion a far superior
transc
Phil,
I have two K2's which are only used on SSB. I use the Elecraft (Heil)
MD2 microphone. There are no mods to either K2SB module. I get
compliments on the audio and just last week F5RQQ recorded my audio
(unsolicited) and played it back to me.
It sounded excellent. I constantly work DX stati
Rich,
I believe their software is already available, you will not have to
wait. I ordered the Elecraft version of HamStationExtreme, Version 3.15,
this morning.
Website is www.callsignsoftware.com
Will let the list know how I like it.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 04575
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Chris,
I wish you Good Luck in trying to sell your K2. You'll need it trying to
sell it to one of our American cousins who monitor this list!
It took me a month to recently sell a K2, finally to a Canadian in
Alberta via my local Club swap shop list.
Try www.kwarc.org and the Ontario Swap Shop w
Steve,
Re; your post to the reflector of Feb. 04.
I too am having difficulty getting my KAT2 tuner to work properly in
being unable to adjust C55 to move the reading from HI in CALn.
If you figure out what is wrong please advise me what you find.
I'm baffled, I built a KAT2 a year ago and had no
Stephanie,
DigiKey ships from Canada via Purolater Courier. If you order by e-mail
today you will receive your order tomorrow, I kid you not.
I have used their service many times with this result. They also quote
prices in their catalog in Canadian Dollars which makes it easier.
73, Bob VE3XM
Bill,
For an electronic parts supplier in your area try R.P. Electronic
Components Ltd., 2060 Rosser Ave., Burnaby, BC V5C 5Y1
www.rpelectronics.com
I have recently used them and received excellent service, only 3 days
shipping to here in central Ontario via UPS.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2/100 S/N
K2 S/N 02676 has been sold to VE6DRW.
Merry Christmas to all on this reflector.
73. Bob VE3XM
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Lee,
Look at the American QRP Club, Inc. site for DDS Projects.
Try www.amqrp.org
73, Bob VE3XM
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I too have hearing problems. I find the audio produced by the stock K2
lacking. I built up an external speaker and amplifier using an Elecraft
EC2 enclosure,
what a difference!
I used one of Tom N0SS's TDA2003V 5W AF Amplifiers. Two of the Elecraft
speakers part # 5 wired in parallel
I have For Sale my extra K2 S/N 02676. This unit was built by myself,
is in excellent condition, 10/10,
non smoking enviroment. This unit has a very "hot" receiver.
Equipped as follows:
KSB2 SSB module
KAT2 antenna tuner
KB2T internal gel cell battery
FD1MP finger dimple
MH2 hand microphon
I have for sale my extra K2 S/N 2676 built by me, in excellent
condition, non smoking enviroment, this unit has a "hot" receiver.
Equipped as follows:
KSB2 SSB module
KAT2 antenna tuner
KB2T internal battery
FD1MP finger dimple
MH2 hand microphone
The following upgrades have been installe
Jean -Francois,
The Volume Control Mod only applies to K2's with a serial number below 3000.
Since yours is #4130 it is already incorporated in your PC boards.
Relax!
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 2676
K2/100 S/N 4031
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Hi Andy,
Where does one buy the micro Ham CW Keyer? Is it a kit? I'm interested.
73, Bob VE3XM
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Lee,
I burn off the insulation using a GC brand "Snap Vacuum Solder Popper".
Heat the iron, melt a bit of solder into the hole into the tip end,
insert the wire into the small hole at the iron tip up to the edge of
the toroid, allow the wire to heat until the insulation burns off, about
2 sec
Hi Jeff,
Just saw your post to the Elecraft reflector. Brought up the photograph,
wow what a beautiful piece of work.
Are you interested in duplicating a set for fellow "hams", I sure am
interested as apparantly are others.
Please let us know.
73, Bob Abell VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/
Chuck,
Your speaker assembly is very well executed, I'm impressed!
I too have built up the N0SS TDA2003 amplifier but have yet to install
it in an enclosure or activate it.
Your rendition has inspired me.
Are you using a pair of the Elecraft supplied speakers? If not what
brand and where did
Jean-Francois,
I would think that you would not be able to connect the "Tenna-Dipper"
to your K2 as Don has suggested.
The "Tenna-Dipper" uses a CW audio generator not a "visual" driver to
announce the frequency.
IMHO anyway, for what it's worth (not much).
Bob, VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/
Dwight,
I totally agree with your comments, enuff said about CW, let's get back
to Elecraft discussions! :-)
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Hi David,
Watch out before you repair the damaged K2, your insurer will possibly
request that you
give them the "salvage" after they settle your "claim".
Advise from an ex adjuster,
Bob, VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Fran,
My K2/100 S/N 04031 KSB2 board is stock except for the filter width
which is 2.5 kc.
I use the Elecraft (Heil) MD 2 microphone.
On the air reports I receive would indicate that my audio is excellent.
Adjusting the filters in my opinion is the most important part of
getting good audio res
Gary & Ken,
Your mailer and product arrived in this mornings mail after having
cleared Canada Customs, Duty, GST and PST free.
Looks good guys, will use these modules to advantage.
Thanks & 73, Bob VE3XM
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Hi Jeff,
You will need a microphone with lots of gain. I use the Elecraft (Heil)
MD2, which I believe is still available from Elecraft at a reduced price.
What crystal filter bandwidth did you use in your KSB2 adapter? I
widened the bandwidth in mine to 2.2 kHz by changing capacitors CA & CP
Trevor,
A covered bridge is a wooden structure built across a river or creek
with a roof and enclosed and/or partially enclosed sides used to give
protection from the elements, usually snow or ice. These were fairly
common here in Waterloo County during the 18 hundreds, built by the
Amish and
I use Digikey.com, fantastic service, 24 hrs. shipped from Canada via
Purolator Courier, they even print a Canadian catalog listing prices in
Canadian dollars. Best service I've ever had from an electronic supplier.
Bob, VE3XM
K2 S/N 2673
K2/100 S/N 4031
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attn: Larry W2LJ, Award Administrator
Eric WA6HHQ
Wayne N6KR
Gary Bartlett, VE1RGB received special mention in last weeks Canadian HF
Radio Internet Bulletin along with a good plug for Elecraft.
Refer to www.hfradio.net/bulletin/apr 2405n.html#bulletins
(Issue #125 04/24/05 hfra
Yves,
That is UNBELIEVABLE !
Did the parcel go through Canada Customs, or somehow get bypassed?
Everytime I order anything it takes 14 to 20 days to arrive, even small
envelopes of parts.
Did you use US Mail Service?
73, Bob VE3XM
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Chris,
No, No, Belle Isle is located in the Detroit River between Detroit,
Michigan and Windsor, Ontario, Canada
73, Bob VE3XM
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K2/100 S/N 04031
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Tom,
Suggest you look on the www.elecraft.com website under "Tech Notes", SP2
Companion External Speaker for the K2, by Dave White VE6DRW.
As one of Dave's Product Testers I highly recommend this speaker for
your consideration. I intend building one myself sometime this winter.
Dave's design
Gerhard,
Do NOT scrape the tinned pads. Your problem is due to insufficient heat.
I hope you are using an adjustable soldering station.
Increase the heat to 400 degrees C.
Good luck!
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Jim,
All listed kits include all the latest "mods". You do not have to buy
anything else.
The listed "mods" are available for customers to upgrade their existing
Elecraft rigs.
Go ahead and order your selected kit with confidence that your kit will
be up to date.
Just a very satisfied customer
Hi Jeff,
Congrats on finishing your K2 # 3375!
Judging by the S/N you've had the kit awhile.
Just a tip regarding programming your filters for SSB, be sure to follow
the instructions in the K2SB manual, you will get much better results.
Have you added the latest mods, if not I recommend that you
Dwayne,
It is normal when on ssb mode that if you touch your key that the K2
will mute.
Simple fixunplug your key from the K2.
73, Bob VE3XM
K2 S/N 02676
K2/100 S/N 04031
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Joe,
Your Astron RS-20 power supply is all you need to power up a K2/100. It
will handle the job extremely well. That's exactly what I use up here in
the frozen north country.
You may want to use a small separate switcher to power up your KAT100
antenna tuner, if you have one, so that power is
Tim,
My I suggest you look at the main Elecraft website www.elecraft.com and
go to the Tech Note Articles and then see the article by Dave White
VE6DRW re: "SP2 Companion External Speaker for the Elecraft K2".
Download Dave's article and seriously consider duplicating his external
speaker. As
My K2/100 S/N 04031 has the birdy at 27.997 and so does my K2 S/N 2676.
Both transceivers are completely up to date with all current mods
installed. I do not see a problem with this and suspect it is just a
harmonic of the 4.000 hZ. oscillator.
73, Happy New Year , Bob VE3XM
Merry Christmas, Seasons Greetings and Happy New Year to all!
73, Bob VE3XM
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Attn. Eric,
The exchange rate to Canadian Dollars has drasticly improved too of late.
Your products are virtually unknown here in Canada. I believe this to be
due to most Canadian hams not subscribing to QST magazine where you
principally advertise.
Why not investigate advertising in the Radi
Phil,
I for one hope that our Governments never abolish daylight saving time.
What is so difficult with changing the clocks?
All one has to remember is "Spring ahead, Fall back". UTC does not change.
73, Bob VE3XM
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Hi Larry,
May I recommend that if you add a linear amp. that you go for the
Elecraft KPA100 , it's a very well engineered unit and positively works
beautifully with the K2. 100 wats is all you need, believe me. Put your
money into a good antenna.
I use a Cushcraft A3S Tribander @ 75 ft.for 20
Larry,
You will be able to service all parts of a K2/100 from the top of the
cct. boards.
You will not miss your TS-850S, believe me, I too have one and only keep
it to receive general coverage.
I have two K2's, Hi power and low power versions, would'nt use anything
else, they are absolut
Stewart,
I seldom use VOX because of a slight delay in initial response which
results in missed words at the start of transmission. I have the latest
firmware which is designed to help this problem, still not fast enough.
I also do not use VOX when using my Kenwood TS-850S/AT, just don't like
Paul,
I recommend the Hakko 936-12/P soldering station with ESD protection.
Available from Tequipment.net for approx. $84.00 plus about $12.00 S&H.
I ordered mine this past Jan. and received it in a few days. Excellent
service and price.
Order through Evan Cirelli and identify yourself as an Elec
Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and 20 metre SSB.
Bob, VE3XM
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Hi Kevin,
Hope your fireworks display was as enjoyable as expected. We don't
celebrate the 4th. of July on account of celebrating the 1st. of July up
here in Canada. We can't stuff ourselves with food and drink twice in
the same week you know. Besides it would be unpatriotic.
For our uninforme
Bon jour Jean- Francois,
Congratulations on getting your K2 on SSB. Now you can check into the
Trans Provincial Net on 7.055 mcs.and we can listen for your K2.
Now, you must build the KPA100 to really get a big signal on the air,
believe me you will not be sorry.
I find that on SSB you really n
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