Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft KX1 remains keyed with straight

I have a straight key which has leakage resistance; does just about what you describe... Roy   K6XK On 10/11/2023 12:47 PM, chuck gehring wrote: My KX1 remains keyed when I use a straight key, but works fine when I change settings and use a paddle. Any recommendations

[Elecraft] K3 cable for Mercury Lux amplifier

   pin 2Ground      pin 12       pin 9 Would Low Power pin 5 on the DE15p go to the the Remote jack on the MercuryAT automatic tuner?Thanks,  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Lightning

d RF wise, which Hiram Percey referred to as 'plumber's delight.' It has 36 slightly buried radials and 38 ground rods in the back yard. Trees around here are much taller. Utility grounds are tied in. I sleep fairly well during storms. 73, 

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Beta Firmware

Should we not download beta v. 2.62 or v. 2.66 for now and go back to production v. 2.58?  Roy  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] K4 Front Panel Phones Jack

manual (rev 17, March 10,2022) states some headphones will not work with the front panel phones jack unless a resistor is added in parallel.  The front phones jack depends on the transducer providing a resistance path to ground when inserted.I hope this can be fixed in a future firmware update.  Roy

[Elecraft] PRE/ATTN Button on K4D

If the PRE/ATTN button is turned OFF, does this mean the receive AUTO preamp/attenuation is also turned off even if it is showing ON in the menu?  Thanks,  Roy  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

[Elecraft] K4D Receiver Question

for squelch?  Under what conditions is it used for RF if not for attenuation?  Thanks,  Roy Morros   __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] K4D Receiver Question

radio, and I want to operate it correctly.  I get good reports on my signal.  I have been told the CESSB increases my audio by 8db and the bandpass skirts are sharp and clean.Thanks for your thoughts on how I am operating this great radio.  Roy Morris  W4WFB

[Elecraft] Using P3 with K4D

I noticed Eric was demonstrating K4 CESSB showing the waveform in the P3 display.  I would like to know how the P3 is connected to the K4.  Thanks,  Roy  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500, 4 years old, Intermittent LOW GAIN error.

Check your idling current -- should be stable at about 2 amps. 73,  Roy  K6XK Over the last couple of weeks, I have an intermittent problem with the amp. On a number of occasions, I have received a LOW GAIN error message. The output drops from 1400W to a few hundred watts or less as confirmed

[Elecraft] K4 Firmware Updating

Can I connect the ethernet port directly from my internet sevice provider router to my K4 for firmware updates?  If so, would I need to go into the K4 menu and change the IP address since NO ETHERNET is the default setting?  Thanks.  Roy Morris  W4WFB

[Elecraft] K3 LPA TVS Clamp Diodes

I would appreciate a pic showing the installation of the TVS clamp diodes across the two LPA amplifier transistors in the K3..  Thanks  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

[Elecraft] LPA Mod for K3/K3S

I would like to see how these diodes are placed on the LPA board.  Thanks for any info on this.  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

Re: [Elecraft] "Low Gain Ratio" Hard Fault

 Check your idling current. 73, Roy   K6XK On 12/5/2021 12:22 PM, Cono DelRosso wrote: Hello, I have a KPA1500 Over a year old, Came back from Elecraft on May 2021 for 12v supply connector issue repair. Does anyone have experience handling this particular hard fault "Low Gain Ratio”

Re: [Elecraft] K3S line out and sidetones

Mine NEVER has ! 73,  Roy    K6XK The K3S does transmit in Test mode. I've seen 50W of output from my KPA500, while in Test mode. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 problem

Dick, during such episodes, what is the SWR meter on the amp reading? Could amp be on the verge of protecting itself? Roy  K6XK Hi Guys,  My KPA-1500 is having an issue: with the internal ATU tuned "OFF" or in "ByPass" mode, when transmitting the KPA-1500's relays o

Re: [Elecraft] Plug on KPA-1500

David, Mine came with a standard 240 v cord and plug. Could someone have replaced yours? 73,   Roy   K6XK On 8/5/2021 10:48 AM, David F. Reed wrote: I am in a bit of a situation here… in trying to get a 240 V circuit wired for the shack to fit the plug coming from my KPA1500

[Elecraft] K3/K3s keying with bugs, ponderings

Relating to contact bounce, I wonder what the typical length of a bounce is? We hear QRQ stations operating at 60+ wpm all the time. If Elecraft designed to smooth out such short "dots" from semi-auto key bounce, then perhaps a K4 would not allow 70+ wpm speeds to be sent either?

[Elecraft] Sudden KPA1500 power reduction

Ditto here -- mine's at the factory. 73,  Roy,  K6XK On 2/21/2021 11:32 AM, Frank Scolaro wrote: Happened to me several months ago... one LDMOS out! same symptoms. You need the power with such great band conditions... GL Frank, W2YK

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shortening CW dits

Increase the weight setting going into the K3 jack. 73,  Roy    K6XK harp-eared operator at W3LPL told me that my CW keying sounded a little light in the CQWW contest. I am using a Winkeyer, controlled by N1MM Logger, connected to the KEY jack on the back of the K3. An oscilloscope shows

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 1500 efficiency

Yes, I read the same. Lowering the PA voltage might be a bit difficult... 73,   Roy    K6XK On 11/13/2020 8:27 AM, Howard Sherer wrote: Reading the display on the KPA 1500 at various RF output levels shows an efficiency as follows on 40M into a dummyload: 300W 23% 500W 27% 1000W 42

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500/GainLow/Input Pwr

Frank, Check the idling current: it should be 2 amps (keyed with no drive). Gud luck, Roy   K6XK My KPA1500 just started needing a lot more drive (2X) to get 'normal' output.  I normally need 25-30 watts drive to get ~1k out.  Now I need about 60W.  I get two kinds of alarms, depending

Re: [Elecraft] "Introduction to the Elecraft K4" manual now available

Excellent! I'm looking forward to generating many new synapses! Roy,   K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] KPA-1500 SWR fault above 700-800 watts on 160m

KPA1500 tuner is rated for maximum antenna SWR of just 3 to 1. 73,  Roy  K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] Connecting IC-7300 to KPA1500

and IC-7300 menu items.  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net

Re: [Elecraft] Test

We see 'em fine. Roy,   K6XK On 7/5/2020 11:41 AM, kevinr wrote: test I have been able to see my emails to the reflector for years.  No I cannot. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] earpads shedding

I recall reading that navy sparkies used ladies' falsies as nice soft, scented pads. 73,  Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] Maximum RF power through KP1500 in Standby ?

200 watts both counts. 73,  Roy    K6XK What is the maximum power allowed though the KPA1500 when in Standby ? What is the maximum power allowed though the KPA1500 when in Power Off ? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

[Elecraft] Elecraft KPA500 LPF T/R Switch Rework Rev. E Mod

no longer procure components for the A or B boards, they went with a surface mount board.  It is this surface mount board that needs its parts changed and not the earlier A and B boards.  This was what the Elecraft technician told me.   Roy Morris  W4WFB

[Elecraft] New Revision of KPA500 LPF TR Switching Rework Rev. E

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Re: [Elecraft] K3 no RF Output

Check your TMP cable connections. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 __ 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 list

Re: [Elecraft] K3S AGC action in CW

Roger, My K3s AGC works as expected -- goodluck. 73,   Roy   K6XK Hi, when operating the K3S in CW mode I found there is no difference in switching between AGC-F(ast) and AGC-S(slow). It seems the "default" setting is on slow and does not go to fast (compared to the decay char

[Elecraft] Test

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Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Problem

Could a rectifier diode have gone open (as in it's now a half-wave circuit)? If so the filter caps are at 60 Hz. Just a thought... RoyK6XK I have a KPA500 with a low HV reading. It is on the center tap and AC voltage is 115v No load and 110v full load. The HV goes from 77v NL to 56v FL

Re: [Elecraft] CW problem

John, I think you may have won the Unique Problem Award with that one. Good luck (sorry). Roy K6XK I am trying to run down a CW transmit problem on my K3s. Anytime I change the mode from LSB or USB on any band to CW it starts to send a “dit” without stopping and I have to halt

Re: [Elecraft] Fusing power cable on K3

No, fuses have voltage drop both in their elements and contacts. Just what you're trying to defeat and avoid. 73, RoyK6XK I recently purchased a used K3 and am building a short power cord (after the discussion of voltage drop from longer cables). I noticed that the power cable

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Paddle question

Ken, I don't own a KX2, but perhaps tiny applications of one of the various 'threadlockers' on the market would be perfect. The thread lock comes in small tubes and is available in several "strengths." Use only the lowest strength -- the high strength can be virtually permanent!

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Power Supply Fan Noise

regulation, etc. 73, RoyK6XK Apparently I was not clear enough in my message. It is the PSU fan noise that is deafening, not the RF deck. Like Peter, my PSU sits on the floor underneath a wooden operating desk that holds the rest of the K-line. The noise from the PSU is high-pitched

Re: [Elecraft] Clipping first element of CW - K3/KPA-1500

Pete...odd is right. Does it happen when using built-in keyer? 73, Roy K6XK -Running into what I'm sure is a simple matter of menu settings, but... My K3 is set for PTT with a "normal" TX delay of 008 (I presume 8 ms.), driving a KPA-1500. I am getting persistent reports o

[Elecraft] KPA1500 F/W ver 2.17 now available

K4WJ alerted me that you can access ver 2.17 on your Utility. Went right in! 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] Measuring SWR (Long)

t; From memory now, at 2 to 1...feedline voltage nodes and current nodes can double -- no small thing when power is 1500 watts; can stress antenna system components. 73, RoyK6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailm

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.17

Ditto, Ron! 73, RoyK6XK Thanks, Ron! 73 de Dick, K6KR Just installed new Firm-Ware Version 2.17. It has solved all the digital wattmeter anomalies and is working perfectly here. I recommend this version for next standard Firm-Ware update. Thank you. 73's Ron Durie WB4OOA

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Firmware v. 2.10

I am re-installing v. 2.09 until 2.10 is fixed.  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ 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 list

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.10 addendom 2

Seems that the ammeter current is also much more erratic reading now while sending CW. Roy -Original Message- From: Roy Koeppe Sent: Sunday, March 31, 2019 5:44 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.10 addendom Discovered another anomaly...the digital SWR

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.10 addendom

Discovered another anomaly...the digital SWR display changes from example, 1.1 to 1 with key down, to 1.0 to 1 with key up as left in its 'memory' reading after sending is stopped. The LED SWR meter does not always correspond perfectly with the digital display also now. Roy K6XK

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.10

Thanks for that report Roy. Notice the same defect here in the digital display. I have only worked CW mode so far, and the power reading is erratic and varies with 'duty cycle' -- a string of dots causes a very low reading, while a string of dashes is more accurate and less erratic. Do hope

[Elecraft] KPA1500 v. 2.10

level.  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help

Re: [Elecraft] Sending AFSK RTTY

"The more parts you pile into the rocket, the more likely it will end up pointy end down somewhere in the western desert." --NASA proverb from Apollo Or, "Simplicity is Ingenuity" Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mai

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 vs SPE Amps

About: "Has anyone had experience with both the KPA1500 and any of the current (1.3K, 1.5K or 2K) Expert Linears from SPE?" If you cherish silent, perfect CW QSK, then you need the KPA1500. SPE uses clacking relays. 73, R

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 ATU BYP light always on

ONLY on 40 meters. 73, RoyK6XK __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net P

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 problem

he antenna feedpoint. Something is likely breaking down, as someone else just commented. Luck & 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Were you involved with Military Communications during the 1950's - early 1970"s?

Hi Doug, Yes I was from 1958 through 1962. How do I access the Questionnaire? Roy, K6XK -Original Message- From: Doug Hensley Sent: Sunday, December 16, 2018 12:14 PM To: Elecraft List Subject: [Elecraft] OT: Were you involved with Military Communications during the 1950's - early

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 FW 1.78 - no PTT response

I have loaded v.1.78 into my KPA1500 and PTT works fine through my K3. Roy Morris W4WFB Sent from Mail for Windows 10 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KPA-1500 Efficiency As A Function of Input Power

" Upon further testing, I have found that the efficiency of the KPA-1500 is varies greatly with driving power." That's the reason SPE amps have a power range selection choice setting. (Me thinks) 73, R

Re: [Elecraft] K3 power cord fuse

Ken, In my K3s it appears to be a 20A Breaker, with a push-button reset. Seems ignored in the manual! 73, RoyK6XK "How does one open the fuse holder. I am afraid of breaking it." Ken K5WK __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 latest firmware

Scott, again if you have missed it, Elecraft has an 'ATU update Kit' for this purpose. Mine is to be shipped "soon." It is a PC filter board to be installed. 73,Roy K6XK SN 0178: With FW 1.64, the flashing SWR LED problem seems to be gone. On 10 meters, the display no l

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 latest firmware

They must have made an "improvement" on some models since yours! Roy K6XK Iowa I am apparently fortunate. My KPA1500 is #29 and does not have that issue at full power out on 10 or 6. Ed.. AB4IQ Hi Paul, When attempting to transmit or 10 or 6 meters, the

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 latest firmware

Hi Paul, When attempting to transmit or 10 or 6 meters, the left half of the display instantly blanks out and remains that way till you reboot the amp power switch. Has been reported by several with early serial numbers like my #160. Roy K6XK -Original Message- From: Paul

[Elecraft] KPA1500 latest firmware

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Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 power supply noise

Hi Don, I hear nothing at all from my supply there or anywhere else so far. My power supply is under the table on a low stand, so is less than 3 feet from the K3s. Just FYI, but it seems I would hear something. 73,Roy K6XK Iowa I just received my new KPA1500 last

Re: [Elecraft] new owner looking for fuses.

One reason 'all fuses' aren't just rated at 250v to be done with it is that a shorter element section in a lower voltage fuse can have a lower resistance, due to the shorter arc gap allowed. Thus lower voltage drop for a low voltage circuit, etc. 73, RoyK6XK

Re: [Elecraft] Vanity call question

l." Right, some cw ops prefer a call without any dangling dots -- every letter beginning and ending with a single dash. For example, my call :-) 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailma

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

The KPA1500 uses a regulated power supply: input 195 to 250 vac. Voltage loss in #12 wires is so small the regulator will laugh at that. 73, Roy K6XK "I would also suggest using three - #10 with ground as the line from the breakers to the amp operating position." 73 Bob, K4

Re: [Elecraft] Breakers for KPA1500?

Yes, that is what I am using. 73, Roy K6XK I probably missed this but my google searches aren't working either. Will 2x 20A breakers (220v) be sufficient for the KPA1500? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] 6m and 10m openings

Right now in Iowa, S9 CW signals, mostly from W4-land (2 pm Central)... 73, RoyK6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Drive Power

Noone has responded to my previous inquiry about the KPA1500 power drop-off due to heat.  I would like to know if the KPA1500 power output actually drops off due to heat build-up or because the SWR display was erroneously showing a power drop before it was fixed.  Thanks,  Roy Morris W4WFB

[Elecraft] KPA1500 Drive Power

Does the KPA1500 drive power output actually drop off due to heat build-up or because the SWR display was erroneous before it was fixed.  Thanks,  Roy Morris  W4WFB __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan noises

t, so what. :-) 73, RoyK6XKIowa __ 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 list hosted by: http://w

Re: [Elecraft] Will the KPA 1500 operate RTTY in "run mode" for 48hours?

Hi Mack, To my ears, very loud when speed gets up to #4 during a very long CW transmission. Roy K6XK -Original Message- From: Mack McCormick Sent: Tuesday, May 22, 2018 5:18 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] Will the KPA 1500 operate RTTY in "run

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan noises

e ultimate is placing them remotely in the closet with a clothes dryer hose leading to that plenum sitting at the back air intake coupling. Care must be taken so as not to ever restrict air intake to the internal fans when they're running at max sp

Re: [Elecraft] KPS1500 fan noises

additional fans is that they are much more quiet than the built ins, even when they are on speed #1 . And they prevent the built ins from running so much or not at all. Simpleminded, I admit. Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan speeds and fan noise

Yes it does, normally air flow is from rear to top. The fans placed over the exhaust vent on top create a partial vacuum, drawing in air through the idle (or running) fans on the rear apron and out the top just like when the regular fans are doing that job. RoyK6XK "That doesn't

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 fan speeds and fan noise

do not come on -- a vast improvement for a few bucks. When you go portable, just leave 'em home. 73,Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] My First Report KPA 1500

hopefully. Just ignore flashing LEDs for now. 73, RoyK6XK __ 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 list hoste

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 S/N 160 delivered today

Bill, default setting is fan "0" -- then they remain off until needed as amp heats up with use. All automatically. So you hear no noise while you're just listening to receiver, etc. RoyK6XKIowa After having played with mine extensively last night, I was under the

[Elecraft] KPA1500 S/N 160 delivered today

Works perfectly so far. The fans have never come on during my testing periods, including at full power. Power supply fans under the table are quiet. Really like! Low drive power. Was ordered 8-25-17 at 0900 CA time. 73, Roy K6XK

Re: [Elecraft] First impressions of KPA1500 #113

Please let us know... 73, Roy K6XK -Original Message- From: Les Peters Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2018 8:39 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] First impressions of KPA1500 #113 Arrived May 5th and setup was easy. I’m noticing periodically a momentary higher than

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - PA- Temp

Picky, picky, Old slide rule with wide calibration marks -- good enuff for government use. 73, RoyK6XK -Original Message- From: ANDY DURBIN Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2018 1:26 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] K3 - PA- Temp "46C = 118F" 46 deg C =

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - PA- Temp

You're kidding of course -- 46C = 118F, which is a typical summer's day in the central valley in Calif. So sitting at a picnic table in the shade of a tree, with the K3 turned OFF is what the PA temp would be! That's super cool! 73, RoyK6XKIowa -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Caution

Hi, My order online invoice for KPA1500 states shipping method: UPS. 73, RoyK6XK -Original Message- From: alapa...@w2cs.net Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2018 5:17 PM To: elecraft Subject: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Caution I’m a day-2 KPA1500 patient waiter. I got the email 2 days ago

Re: [Elecraft] K3 apparent PA failure

VOX needs be ‘ON.’ Roy K6XK __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please

Re: [Elecraft] power varying - KPA1500

Carl, I haven't seen any responses to your question -- have you determined anything further by now? Assume you're not using ALC hook up? 73,RoyK6XK "When running the KPA1500 at full power, sometimes the power will fluctuate. EXAMPLE: I was checking in to the Elecraft SS

Re: [Elecraft] momentary batt low

Rule #1: alus look for simple things foist Roy K6XK __ 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 list hosted

Re: [Elecraft] OK, odd question

It is the "custom" for CW mode to use LSB on the bands below 20 meters and CW USB on 20 meters and the bands above it. Hiram Percey decided that long ago. 73, Roy K6XK I for one like the tuning direction of the Elecraft rigs in CW (LSB). When I began ham radio using

Re: [Elecraft] Recomendations for paddles

Just my idea maybe...if you do not plan to squeeze key, then I think a single-lever version is superior. In simple terms, 'the finger piece can only be in one place at a time.' 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] K3s Scan Delay

"How I can set the scan delay when a signal is found?...(etc.)" Dang it, I thought I saw that once in Fred's book or the manual -- now cain't find it either. Will try again... 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Bounced emails

"received today a message, supposedly from the list mom, saying that I had "too many bounced emails" and that my membership in the list was being suspended." Try plain text and make sure if your pc has more than one email address, that it is set for the subscription

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 (!)

'twas said, "...And thanks to the latest changes, hunt-and-pounce ops, like me, will almost never hear a fan come on." (etc.) GREAT 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailma

Re: [Elecraft] key out jack...

Here's what Pete originally stated: "...the jack appears to be shorted all the time...(etc.)" Think he has it right, but he's using a digital meter -- tricky. 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list

Re: [Elecraft] OT headphone pads

Rumor had it in the AF that Navy radio ops used ladies' falsies glued to their cans for nice soft cushions. 73, RoyK6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] What are the RF devices in the New 1500Watt KPA1500 Amp?

Two BLF188 73,RoyK6XK __ 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 list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please

[Elecraft] Clever K3s cooling scheme?

Re all the fans postings, it appears my K3s uses convection cooling during light usage periods, drawing air in at the rear, backwards thru the idle fans, and out the top. When fans engage, air flow is reversed...drawn in thru the top and out the back. "Simplicity is ingenuity."

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 back panel pic

About, "...Also, what type of connection is used for grounding?..." Looks like a full-sized banana plug jack? 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 Enhancement

Re: Question: "Can the internal tuner be completely bypassed like the K3S can do with its tuner?" I see a bypass button on front panel. 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailma

Re: [Elecraft] KPA1500 additional info

Was asked, " Do other amps make any concessions for 30 m? " Si, Si ... ALS-1300 has 30 m on its band switch. 73, Roy K6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 vs new amp

"I note there are feet on the side which implies handles. This I haven't seen mentioned." (etc.) Even a BC-610 had handles! 73. RoyK6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinf

Re: [Elecraft] KPA 500 vs New 1500 watt amp

torms seasons across the country! That's the reason QRO was born... 73, Roy K6XK Iowa __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailma

[Elecraft] linear thots

offering special cabling and firmware to allow ...etc.” Ameritron sells a splitter and combiner for exactly that purpose, Look under ‘new products.’ Reasonable prices. 73, RoyK6XK __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] Question about power lines

Al, When transmitting, the current node does the 'work,' so I'd say it also does the main receiving job. But the difference in your situation might be small. Good luck & 73, RoyK6XK -Original Message- From: Al Lorona Sent: Friday, March 10, 2017 3:38 PM To: Elecraft Refle

Re: [Elecraft] 80 Meter Verticals

-Original Message- From: Wes Stewart Sent: Wednesday, March 01, 2017 8:27 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] 80 Meter Verticals No truth at all. Correct -- radiation resistance remains the same or even slightly lower -- lower Q. 73, RoyK6XK

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