[Elecraft] Suggestion re dealing with Xfinity and similar

2021-10-20 Thread Steve Stutman
Hi, When needing to get a result from anything publicly regulated, consider using something other than the interwebs or 800 number. K6MR points in the right direction. Specifically: Write a certified letter, return receipt requested, to the CEO or president of the involved entity and cc: via

[Elecraft] Internal battery options for K1 & K2

2021-01-29 Thread Steve Stutman
LiFePO4 is a good choice, but watch the rail when fully charged. 4S string with some mfrs cells can exceed 15V; don't remember max V for K2. Simple soln is to use a series diode(s) rated for your max current and with enough V drop. If you build your own pack, be sure to use a good BMS. 73,

[Elecraft] Preventing Condensation

2021-01-27 Thread Steve Stutman
Hi All, Condensation on surfaces, to include the interior and exterior of equipment, is a function of ambient temperature and relative humidity. At a given RH, we know the temperature at which condensation occurs as the Dew Point. I agree with previous posts that increasing temperature (above

Re: [Elecraft] magnetic loop antennas

2013-05-20 Thread Steve Stutman
Loop can work well in an apartment. Good to know what is in/behind walls if possible. Voltages and field strengths can be very high so care is in order. Resistance in loop increases losses. With respect to copper versus less expansive materials. You get what you pay for. 73 es GL KL7JT

Re: [Elecraft] New kx3 PA/ATU

2013-04-25 Thread Steve Stutman
Last name Burdick or Brady? On Apr 25, 2013, at 10:19 PM, Wayne Burdick n...@elecraft.com wrote: You're way too high… And by the way: the K3/100 and KX3+amp/ATU are entirely different animals suited to different purposes. I've already pontificated on this topic in the past, so

[Elecraft] KX3 USB for I/Q

2013-04-22 Thread Steve Stutman
Hi, Is USB output of I and Q being contemplated in a future board rev? Is it possible with firmware rev for present board? 73 Steve KL7JT __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: