I love the performance of the K3 and am grateful for the fine service that
Elecraft provides.
Elecraft is a fantastic company! That said, I'd also love to see a
"larger" K3 for my ham shack which has individual band and mode buttons on the
front panel, a larger display that spaces the informa
My K3 has always had erratic QSK. I asked Elecraft to check this out when
the K3 was returned to Elecraft on another repair issue and the Tech said
the QSK "checked out fine". I don't doubt the Tech's word as he was even
nice enough to phone me while he was working on the radio. So craz
On at least one occasion when I thought my amplifier had blown up, and it
turned out only to be a bad coax cable in the shack. So even when testing
by running the amp directly to a dummy load, it's a good idea to try more
than one coax cable.
73,
Dick- K9OM
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It sounds like the KAT500's re-tuning problem is pretty wide spread. I
got tired of my KAT500's "chattering" and sold it. I fully expect Elecraft
will get the problem fixed... which is a lot better than other 3. These
days, it's getting common for new radios from all manufacturers to be r
In addition to checking shipping costs from the UPS and USPS websites, I
would also check the FEDEX.com website as I've found FEDEX GROUND to be
aprx. 25% cheaper than UPS, and FEDEX often delivers 1-day faster than UPS.
FEDEX Ground will pickup your box at home for a fee just as UPS does.
Hi Don,
Thanks a bunch for the reply. I lowered the Pitch from 700 to 660 and
"all is well" and I'm on frequency now. Wow- that was simple. Needless to
say, I didn't realize adjusting the "Pitch" would correct the problem. (even
old dogs can learn new tricks)
73,
Dick- K9OM
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Hi Guys,
I typically tune in CW stations .040hz lower than typical. Such as, I'll
tune in a CW station with a tone that is pleasant to my ear and the K3 will
read 28.049.920. But if I use CWT to tune the same signal then the K3
will read 28.049.960. Therefore, I'm about 40 cycles off hi
Hi Guys,
Wondering if anyone has successfully used a K3 to control a Yaesu Quadra
by using the Quadra's Band Data 2 jack? My K3's has been controlling a
Quadra via the Quadra's Band Data 1 and it works well. But I'd like to have
my
2nd K3 control the Quadra via the Quadra's Band Data 2
Hi Guys,
When operating SSB, about a month ago my Foot switch cable to the K3 "PTT
IN" on the rear panel quit working. I tried a second foot switch that I
know is good, and that one won't key the K3 in SSB mode either. I'm
wondering if the K3 has an internal Menu setting that deactivate
On my K3, I used to set each band to "AFSK A" once, and when returning to
that band it would automatically revert back to "AFSK A". However,
something changed, as now each time I change bands the Mode is in the "FSK D"
mode.
Can someone tell me how I can get my K3 to remember to stay in t
I agree with the posts that would like the K3 NR to be improved. I've
used 3 different K3's at several different QTH's, using all of the available
settings, and the NR seldom helped. That said, I've found the NR on some
other radios to work very well, so it can be done.
73,
Dick- K9OM
Would anyone know of a good quality Serial to Serial cable that's
available with built-in chokes? (chokes built onto the serial cable similar
to
monitor cables) I've done some internet searches and haven't found any.
I'm having problems with RF getting into my computer and locking it
Hi Guys,
Hoping someone can help me fix the following problem which is driving me
crazy:
For the past couple of years, on the top of the N1MM Logger screen, I often
get the message "K3 VFO A not responding. When I get this message my
computer is locked up and I'm unable to log or transmi
I understand the desirable effects of reducing bandwidth... but sometimes
I wonder if the K3's transmit bandwidth on RTTY is already too narrow.
Case in point: I enjoy operating a lot of RTTY contests, but even when I'm
running 1,500 watts... I continually have stations that move in real cl
Hi Guys,
I'm using a KAT-500 and am surprised that when I change bands it doesn't
remember whether it was in Automatic or By-Pass the last time it was on that
band. If my KAT-500 is set to "Automatic" on one band then it's on Automatic
for every band change. I'm hoping someone knows of a way
Would anyone know if there is a way to decrease the brightness of the KAT500
LED's? Perhaps via the KAT-500 Utility program?
I sure do hope so because as-is the LED's are way too bright for me. (I've got
a sensitivity to light problem).
Thank You & 73-
Dick
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Hi Guys,
I've been a happy K3 owner for aprx. 3 years. Regardless which CPU I use,
I've always had an occassional problem receiving the error message "VFO A
not responding". When this happens while "running" during a contest it
presents a serious problem as the computer and radio lock up
Hi Guys,
Wondering if anyone has tested their KPA-500 on both 120v. and 240v. and
documented the following:
1) When operating on 240v. was the PA voltage under load the same, higher,
or lower than when operating at 120v.?
2) When operating on 240v. was the same, less, or more drive requi
I second W3FPR's motion of "4 outputs for each KAT500". I had asked for 5
but will make do with 4. Since I operate from 3 different QTH's several
times a year, I need to keep the antenna setup simple, which requires either
the amplifier or the tuner to do automatic bandswitching on a minim
I'd love to see the KPA500 companion Antenna Tuner have a minimum of 5
antenna outputs which can be controlled automatically via the K3. This is the
only way I'd purchase a KPA500 as otherwise I'll keep my Quadra which does
automatic bandswitching nicely with the K3.
73,
Dick- K9OM
My K-3 has a high current problem on 20 and 30 meters but all of the other
bands are normal.
Example currents into a Dummy Load as read on both the K-3 and Astron PS
ammeters are:
-20 meters @ 40 watts draws 19 amps.
-20 meters @ 100 watts the "High Current" warning message comes on and
It's measuring 15.7 volts in "Trickle Charge" on the K3 front panel
display and on Battery Charger's digital readout. When it's charging in
either
the 10 or 15-amp mode then the voltage on both units goes to 16.0 volts.
Dick- K9OM
In a message dated 5/26/2011 1:08:48 P.M. Central D
Hi Guys,
I'm operating from a portable location and using a 12-volt automobile
battery with my K3. To keep the battery charged I'm using a Schumacher 15-Amp
Charger/Maintainer that automatically switches to "Trickle Charge" when the
battery is charged. My concern is that when the charger
Hi Guys,
Would anyone have an extra K-3 to Yaesu Quadra Band Data cable you would
part with? I know they're pretty easy to make... but that's providing one
has the parts and I don't! I'll pay a fair price plus postage.
Thanks!
Dick- K9OM
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I'd love to see the new Elecraft Antenna Tuner have provision to do
automatic band selection of 4 or more unbalanced feedlines like the Yaesu
Quadra
does. This is a very helpful feature.
73,
Dick- K9OM
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Hi Guys,
I really like the K-3 for RTTY. But I'm trying to maximize reception as
during contests I often hear stations calling me that I can't copy. I
believe the weakest link with my RTTY reception is the SoundCard in my current
Desktop. I say this because I use a different Desktop w
Hi Guys,
Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe the K-3 Receive Antenna is
unswitched during tranmit... which allows high RF to get back into the
receiver. That's sure the case when using my beverage for receive and
transmitting
on 160-meters. (sounds like my K-3 is going to blow up)
Hi Willis,
Thanks for the reply. I always leave something out! The KAT3 tuner will
tune the Sloper fine. But when the tuner is out-of-line the Sloper SWR
"pins" the SWR meter (lights all of the bars) and therefore I can't tell
whether
the antenna is too long or too short becuz wherever I qs
Hi Guys,
I have a couple of questions about the KAT3 antenna tuner I'd appreciate
your help with:
1) Where can I find detailed instructions for using the KAT3? Such as,
step by step instructions on how to use the "manual" tuning option.
2) I'm tuning an Inverted L antenna and the initial
I can't download the newer MCU or FPF software updates for some reason.
I'm using Utility 1.3.11.5 but when I check for updates the latest I get are
MCU 4.14 and FPF 1.13 ... could it be these are the latest updates that
aren't Betas? Or am I doing something wrong?
Thanks!
Dick- K9OM
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If having a "mild Q" available will allow it to be used full-time without
ringing, and reduce background noise, I would love to have that feature!
73,
Dick- K9OM
I just want a mild Q setting to imitate the shape I had with the MP all
those years. Those who hear it will get it, just li
Hi Guys,
Can someone advise me on how to setup N1MM so that pressing F1-F4 on the
Keyboard selects M1-M4 on the K3? Right now when I select F1-F4 it plays
sound files from my soundcard rather than audio from the K3's optional KDVR3
Voice Recorder.
Thanks & 73,
Dick- K9OM
The "combiner" idea is an interesting concept for the KPA-500.
"Combiners" are very common in solid-state broadcast transmitters and one of
the
major advantages is "redundantcy". If you had 3 KPA-500's run thru a combiner
and running 1,500 watts output... even if one died then you'd still
Hi Guys,
For RTTY Contesting, please advise what you have found the optimum filter
settings to be when you have both the 250hz and 400hz roofing filters.
Such as,
would one of the two following settings usually be ideal for contesting:
1) 400hz Roofing Filter with 400hz or 500hz DSP Filte
Hi Elecrafters,
I think it's great to dream... that's what gave us the magnificant K-3!
I'd love to have my small K-3 plus purchase a "Big Box K-3".
Some of my Big Box K-3's dream features would include:
-Larger box with more spacing between controls. (keep the same location
for the c
Dick Van Zandt (K9OM) has sent you a forum message for you to review.
- start of message -
"Noisy DSP experiences".
Forum: Articles
Subject: An Interesting CQ WPX CW Experience
The "noisy DSP" phenomena is well known. Rob Sherwood has also
identified this problem and has written abou
Thanks to K6LL and W3FPR my problem has been solved. The problem was with
the Configuration Settings on my N1MM software. Simply had to change the
N1MM Mode Control: "Mode Sent To Radio" to: "RTTY to AFSK".
Thanks for the assistance!
73,
Dick- K9OM
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Hi Guys,
I'm running AFSK-A on my K-3 but it's often switching to FSK-D on it's
own. I thought the once I maually set the Mode to AFSK-A using the "DATA MD"
button that the K-3 would stay put on AFSK-A each time I returned to that
band. If I change band and return it's back on FSK-D. I n
The only digital mode I'm running on my K-3 is RTTY. I have a SignaLink
but have never tried it on RTTY with my K-3. For RTTY use only, please
advise if there are any advantages to adding the SignaLink to the system
rather
than direct connections from the CPU to K-3.
73,
Dick- K9OM
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Hi Guys,
I am looking for ideas on how to reduce my K-3's LCD backlight brightness.
I have the "LCD BRT" Menu control turned all the way down to "2" and it's
still too bright for me. Yes, I my eyes are extra sensitive to light.
If someone has increased the value of R3 on the front panel circu
Mike,
Are you saying that your S-Meter reads 3-4 s-units MORE noise level now
that you did the RF Gain calibration with the XG-2? I was going to make the
same adjustment with my K-3. But if you are getting a 3-4 s-unit higher
noise level after the adjustment has been done... I won't be m
Hi Guys,
For SSB contesting: if your K-3 radio had the stock 2.7khz filter and you
could only select one optional roofing filter for SSB contesting, would you
select the 2.1khz or 1.8khz?
I'm mainly a CW operator and have one blank remaining for either a 2.1khz
or 1.8khz filter.
Thank
Hi Guys,
I was transmitting AFSK-A tonight with the K-3 operating at 30 watts
output and driving my amplifier and all was working well. I then
adjusted the K-3's power output control while transmitting and the K-3
power did adjust. This was the first time I ever adjusted the K-3 output
Hi Rob,
Thank You for your replies to my K-3 RTTY question. I am relatively new
to both RTTY and to the K-3 so I have alot to learn!
You mentioned: "Your problem stems from your settings on whatever decoder
you were using." I agree that settings need to be correct but I believe I
Question: If you don't normally use Dual Passband while in RTTY Mode, then
is it true that you need to be careful where the "SHIFT" control is set?
I am new to RTTY and in last weekends NA-RTTY Test I was NOT using Dual
Passband, and I was often off-frequency when changing bands as my SHIFT
This weekend I used my K-3 on RTTY for the first time. Using the K-3's
AFSK-A mode along with N1MM & MMTTY.
I quickly noticed that I was off frequency by differing amounts on each
band and seldom would anyone come back to me when I called them. So I called
CQ myself and waited for people
Hi Guys,
I've got a K-3 that I just connected to my Amplifier for the first time
and it is not keying my Ameritron AL-1500 properly. About 50% of the time it
keys the amp properly so the first CW character is sent on time but the
other 50% of the time it keys the amplifier late and the fi
Guy-
It would appear that some K-3 owners really enjoy dancing around wasting
time and energy "dancing the AGC up and down" ... and forever fooling with
DSP adjustments... but there are some of us who do not enjoy that at all!
For me, there are MUCH better uses of time when running durin
Please advise what advantages there are to purchasing a Factory Assembled
and Tested K-3 vs. a Kit? Such as, what sections of the K-3 will be better
aligned by the factory? Sorry if this is a repeat question, I couldn't
find related results searching the archives.
73,
Dick- K9OM
I request that improvement be made to the AGC. Recent discussions on the
reflector have confirmed that many of us are experiencing "Noisy K-3
Receivers".
I have tried everything that was recommended, such as: changing AGC
settings and changing RX EQ settings. Fact is, in A/B tests, my K-3 re
Interesting data but what am I missing here? "Note the K3 audio amplifier
is the cleanest hands down". Looking at the data below, doesn't it show
that in the 22 audio ranges from 50-3200hz that the MP has a lower noise
level in 12 out of 20 ranges and is about identical in most of the othe
Hi Guys,
I'd appreciate your thoughts as to why my K-3 receiver is so noisy. I'd
really like to make this radio perform. The radio is Serial #603F (factory
model) running 1.2.10.27. I purchased the unit from the original owner a
couple of months ago so I don't know if it's always been this n
Hi Guys,
Would anyone have a K-3 to Quadra band data cable you would be willing to
part with?
73,
Dick- K9OM
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Hi Guys,
The wonderful fact is that there are a great deal of people who love the
K-3's performance... excellent job Elecraft!
Another fact is that many people like small radios and many people prefer
or even need a larger radio. My personal preference would be to have the
option of the
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