Re: [Elecraft] K3 Transmitting CW in SSB mode

2016-07-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
hone" band were 6 kHz wide AM signals. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Grant Youngman Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2016 3:10 PM To: gkid...@ilstu.edu Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Transmi

Re: [Elecraft] QSLs

2016-07-26 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
d, just as any other experience would be until it is proven "repeatable". Only then could it be accepted as "proof" of the first occurrence. Otherwise it is allowed to fade into obscurity along with things like cold fusion. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] QSLs

2016-07-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
's all that mattered to me. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- > > "Sorry, but some folks aren't ethical. :) " __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecra

Re: [Elecraft] QSLs

2016-07-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
n adjusted dollars than today, the cost of College was very significant. As always, I respond to a request for a QSL in whatever form the other station wants. Being located in Oregon I do not get a lot of requests, so it's not a significant burden. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message---

Re: [Elecraft] K3 (not S) Antenna tuner strangeness

2016-07-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
FWIW, my K3 (not S) matches 25 ohms resistive (two 50 ohm loads in parallel as you described) on both the low end of 160 and 80. In both cases the matched conditions shows an SWR of 1.5:1. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf

Re: [Elecraft] Propagation

2016-07-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
e DX station sending "UP 2 UP 2 UP 2..." while I set down my 'phones, refreshed my cup of tea and wrote him a thank you note on an old-fashioned paper QSL card. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of stan

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] internal 144MHz xvrtr - no output

2016-07-24 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
s properly inserted in the TMP connector at the K144XV module. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of mike Sent: Sunday, July 24, 2016 6:26 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [K3] internal 144MHz xvrtr -

Re: [Elecraft] Solar Cycle

2016-07-21 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Time was, we just turned on the receiver and tuned across the bands. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Wheeler Sent: Thursday, July 21, 2016 1:25 PM To: Bill Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K-Pod questions (unanswered)

2016-07-20 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Hi Wes: Currently the K-Pod LEDs work as described. Functionality is being added to the K-Pod that, as a mere "scribe" I don't have yet but have been asked to include tidbits such as the LEDs being programmable. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailt

Re: [Elecraft] K3 K POD macros

2016-07-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
update of the Owner's manual. Hopefully they can be made available here or on the web page in the meantime. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jeff Griffin Sent: Tuesday, July 19, 2016 7:52 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qt

Re: [Elecraft] deoxit

2016-07-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Quite so. I used deoxit in a small 2 oz bottle with a thin syringe-like tube applicator that puts a very tiny amount on the contact. That's all it takes. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ian White Sent: Monday, Ju

Re: [Elecraft] deoxit

2016-07-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
brands may work better. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rich Assarabowski Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 8:50 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] deoxit What's the consensus on the best stuff to use o

Re: [Elecraft] Test serial-to-USB converter

2016-07-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Toshiba laptop which was restored the same way. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rick WA6NHC Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 5:40 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Test serial-to-USB converter A mu

Re: [Elecraft] Test serial-to-USB converter

2016-07-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Instead of buying a new adapter, you might consider upgrading your K3 with a KIO3B interface board that contains a built-in USB port. There are several other enhancements in the KIO3B that may make it a "no-brainer" upgrade! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From

Re: [Elecraft] K3 power oddity

2016-07-18 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
reduction by the MCU. So, for fully linear (DATA A) operation stay below 5 bars as Don said (5th bar barely flashing). For normal voice operation 5 to 7 bars is typical. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Ron D'Eau Claire [mailto:r...@cobi.biz] Sent: Sunday, July 17, 2016 2:40

Re: [Elecraft] deoxit

2016-07-17 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
, that tiny 2 oz bottle has lasted me more than a decade! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Reuben Popp Sent: Sunday, July 17, 2016 6:33 PM To: Chris Meagher; Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] deoxit

Re: [Elecraft] K3 power oddity

2016-07-17 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Lee - that is true with many radios. The K3/K3S was designed so that ALC action starts at 8 bars. More info is in the K3S Owner's manual under "Mic Gain and Compression Settings" on page 30. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mail

Re: [Elecraft] [KPOD] Re: Now that the K-Pod is shipping, (longer RJ12 cable)

2016-07-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I recommend you sending an e-mail to k3support at elecraft dot com. They will get the answer or send it on to the design engineers. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Clay Autery [mailto:caut...@montac.com] Sent: Saturday, July 16, 2016 5:13 PM To: Ron D'Eau Claire; ele

Re: [Elecraft] [KPOD] Re: Now that the K-Pod is shipping, (longer RJ12 cable)

2016-07-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
is turned over so pin 2 at one end connects to pin 2 at the other end, and so on. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Clay Autery [mailto:caut...@montac.com] Sent: Saturday, July 16, 2016 2:53 PM To: Ron D'Eau Claire; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] [KPOD] Re: Now

[Elecraft] O.T. Tuning a Counterpoise

2016-07-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
10 meters. While that will reduce the RF voltage on the rig itself, you will be sitting in a high-level RF field from the end fed wire, which limits your maximum power to meet radiation exposure limits, depending upon how far from you the antenna is located and the band you are using. 73, Ron

Re: [Elecraft] [KPOD] Re: Now that the K-Pod is shipping, (longer RJ12 cable)

2016-07-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Clay. That's a typo. See appendix B of the manual. Tnx for the head's up. That's an old reference that should be been removed. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Clay Autery [mailto:caut...@montac.com] Sent: Friday, July 15, 2016 8:35 PM To: Ron D'

Re: [Elecraft] [KPOD] Re: Now that the K-Pod is shipping, (longer RJ12 cable)

2016-07-15 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Don is correct but, actually, the connector is a 6PC6 male. The "RJ" numbers refer to the wiring AND connector. So it is NOT an RJ12 cable since only 5 conductors are used. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Beh

Re: [Elecraft] Upgrading K3 --- order of installation

2016-07-15 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Yes, it can be tricky (I call it "fiddly"), especially the first time. If the connectors are aligned with the KRX3A pc board as seen from above in Fig 48 in the KRX3A manual, they are properly mated. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Removing the left side panel also mak

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question

2016-07-13 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I understand that when tuning and the relays are rattling like crazy, the KAT500 can draw peak currents well over 1 ampere. Add to the P3 and SVGA running... 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Wheeler Sent

Re: [Elecraft] KPOD RIT/XIT

2016-07-13 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Not at this time, but they are the world's easiest macros: Turn RIT on: RT1; Turn RIT off: RT0; 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of W0FK Sent: Wednesday, July 13, 2016 2:22 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subjec

Re: [Elecraft] K-Pod

2016-07-13 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
It is correct. Hold F1 through F8 launches the macros in locations 1 through 8 while tapping F1 through F8 launches the macros in locations 9 through 16. (Don't ask me why. I'm just the messenger ;-) 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailm

Re: [Elecraft] OT - 6m antenna

2016-07-13 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
nd although on the lower bands where the length gets quite long it's easier to string the dipole between two supports such as trees, etc. Of course you can do that on 6 meters too if it is easier. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- On Wed, 13 Jul 2016 18:08:43 + (UTC) John Saxo

Re: [Elecraft] [PX3] Mini Wireless Keyboard

2016-07-11 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I doubt if anything in PE1BSB's shack is more than 10 feet from anything else, but take a look and you'll see what he means by getting stuck in wires! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Mo

Re: [Elecraft] P3 wireles keyboard

2016-07-11 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I have an Anker 2.4G (Model A7723 - but I think it's been discontinued now) that works FB with the P3 (and PX3). That is a real "shack" William! It's clear a real Ham lives there, Hi! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailma

Re: [Elecraft] [PX3] Mini Wireless Keyboard

2016-07-11 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
page up/down, etc., keys into four keys in the lower right. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joel Black Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 3:39 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] [PX3] Mini Wireless Key

Re: [Elecraft] K-pod

2016-07-10 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
So far, it is the K3S/K3 Programmer's reference you can download here: http://www.elecraft.com/manual/K3S&K3&KX3&KX2%20Pgmrs%20Ref,%20F8.pdf If further special commands are added for the K-Pod you can be sure there will be either a new document or the above guide will be e

Re: [Elecraft] KPOD RIT/XIT

2016-07-10 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Hi Frank: I have been playing with RIT and XIT various tuning rates and cannot duplicate it here. The K3 follows the K-Pod perfectly. Since it's only in RIT/XIT, I wonder if you got a bad rocker switch with intermittent contacts on the K-Pod. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] k-pod manual

2016-07-08 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Tnx Phil. For some reason the web master called it "K-Pod Owner's Manual Notes" but it is the current Owner's Manual. But there it is! Ron -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Genera Sent: Friday, July 8,

Re: [Elecraft] k-pod manual

2016-07-08 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I saw Wayne ask for it to be posted on the Elecraft web site ASAP earlier. Unfortunately I am over 600 miles north of Watsonville on the Oregon coast, so I'm powerless to help with that. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On B

Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is shipping, we could use your help with useful macros

2016-07-08 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
30 inches (about 76 cm) 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Myron Cherry Sent: Friday, July 8, 2016 11:07 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is shipping, we could use your help

Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is shipping, we could use your help with useful macros

2016-07-08 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
They are the macros stored in locations 1 through 16 in the K3. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of brian Sent: Friday, July 8, 2016 9:34 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is

Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is shipping, we could use your help with useful macros

2016-07-08 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
nched from the K-Pod or at the K3 front panel. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Matt Murphy Sent: Friday, July 8, 2016 8:50 AM To: Roger Marrotte Cc: Elecraft Reflector Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Now that the K-Pod is shippin

Re: [Elecraft] R: OT - Neumann vs. Heil Michrophone

2016-07-06 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
. Even the old AM rigs were normally designed to "roll off" the audio above about 3 kHz, although not anywhere near as sharply as a crystal filter. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- > On Jul 6, 2016, at 9:09 AM, Bill Steffey NY9H wrote: > > from a guy who worked

Re: [Elecraft] K2 Sidetone

2016-07-03 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
a sawtooth output, so the idea of pursuing a musically-pure sidetone has never been an issue for me. I made the mod more out of curiosity than an issue with the original tone. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of kg9hfr...

Re: [Elecraft] Please recommend an HD monitor to use with P3SVGA

2016-07-03 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
s "too big", Hi! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Doug Hensley Sent: Sunday, July 3, 2016 1:07 PM To: Elecraft List Subject: [Elecraft] Please recommend an HD monitor to use with P3SVGA Subject says it all.

Re: [Elecraft] Missing Step for K-POD Front Panel Mod

2016-07-02 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I'm surprised you found it on a K3 as late as 3329. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Alan Sewell N5NA Sent: Saturday, July 2, 2016 2:24 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Missing Step for K-POD Front

Re: [Elecraft] Using yet another low cost headset with Elecraft Transceivers at 2016 Field Day

2016-07-01 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
ough for the deafest user, and everyone else can turn it down with their in-line control. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- > On Jul 1, 2016, at 10:19 AM, James kvochick wrote: > > In my geography, there is a definite divide relative to spending money on > radio gear. On

Re: [Elecraft] K3 mod for K-Pod level of difficulty

2016-06-29 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
anual advises owners of older K3s or K3 rigs that Elecraft will do the mod for them. Optionally, you can simply power the K-Pod from the 12 VDC power connector on the back panel of the K3. A suitable power cable is included with the K-Pod. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecr

Re: [Elecraft] Remove metal hanger from MH3 microphone?

2016-06-29 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
n the case to put the hanger back on, so be careful. Getting to the threaded bushing inside involves opening the case and removing the pc board. Not hard, but fussy to do. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Peter Pauly

Re: [Elecraft] Remove metal hanger from MH3 microphone?

2016-06-29 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Just remove the one screw holding it. The screw goes into threaded bushing on the back cover that stays in place. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Peter Pauly Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2016 12:48 PM To: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Field Day Fun Killers

2016-06-28 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Come to the Pacific Northwest coast. High temps this time of the year are generally in the 60's, never above 70, and no bugs. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of w7aqk Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2016 7:59 AM To: Ele

Re: [Elecraft] K-Pod owner's manual?

2016-06-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Answering the recent question, my first move was to refer to the Owner's manual and I noticed it was not on the Web site. I brought it to the attention of the P.M. I suspect it'll appear very shortly. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:ele

Re: [Elecraft] K-Pod Aux out?

2016-06-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Yes. Each output is a programmable open drain connection a ring contact that can handle up to 50 Vdc at 100 mA. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Miller Sent: Monday, June 27, 2016 5:57 PM To: Elecraft Reflector

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping fully assembled KPA-500

2016-06-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Don't forget, when you get the unit with the xfmr removed, to install the Belleville washer correctly as shown in the kit assy manual. That's important to hold the transformer in place. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net]

Re: [Elecraft] k3s AM receive

2016-06-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
y use very heavy high frequency pre-emphasis to help overcome the limited bandwidth. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Joe Subich, W4TV Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2016 12:51 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] k3s AM receive

2016-06-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
outside of the Ham bands, especially since you say you don't have strong signals close by. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rick Dwight Sent: Saturday, June 25, 2016 11:38 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Su

Re: [Elecraft] K2s

2016-06-24 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Theodore Roosevelt famously said, "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." I've always found that an essential path to joy. The K2 is an outstanding rig. Besides, you built it yourself (just like I did 16 years ago). 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] CW Key Recommendation

2016-06-24 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
wn in the film) when QSOing below 20 wpm. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- > On 6/24/16 9:21 AM, rick jones via Elecraft wrote: > >> Could someone recommend a desktop key that is close to the size and >> action of the key attached to the KX3? This Advanced class ham

Re: [Elecraft] P3/TX Mon Coupler Switching Idea

2016-06-18 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
tra sensor cable with male RJ45 connectors to attach the switch box to the P3. A suitable 6-foot W2 Sensor Cable available from Elecraft (Order E850638). 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- Subject: Re: [Elecraft] P3/TX Mon Coupler Switching Idea > I am thinking of getting a 2nd DCHF Coupl

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 thumb screw

2016-06-17 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Doing some testing with only the KXPD3 paddles available, I just left the longer screw out. One screw holds the paddles securely in place. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dennis L. Haarsager Sent: Thursday, June 16

Re: [Elecraft] AF-1 Rev A - J2 AF Out Looks Different?

2016-06-11 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
HI Bret: I don't see the difference other than your image being rotated 90 degrees. It's common for the boards to get revised and the manual is not updated if the changes don't require a change to the assembly instructions. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message-

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD2 Vs. KXPD3

2016-06-11 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
the paddles so it's always handy. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Phil Wheeler Sent: Saturday, June 11, 2016 1:14 AM To: Elecraft Reflector; k...@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Elecraft] KXPD2 Vs. KXPD3 I just recei

Re: [Elecraft] This will effect pilots and Hams throughout the Western US

2016-06-10 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
I notice that you should see no interference unless you are several thousand feet above ground level from San Francisco to the Mexican Border in California and in extreme western Arizona or southern Nevada. Not a huge area for those of us on the earth itself. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original

Re: [Elecraft] This will effect pilots and Hams throughout the Western US

2016-06-10 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
(pointing to the sky) will be disabled in the first hour. My officers will know how to get us wherever we're needed without it!" 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of brian Sent: Friday, June 10, 2016 1:50 PM To: el

Re: [Elecraft] Problems with K144XV Transverter for K3S - Can't Hear Anything

2016-06-06 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
rs to hold the male in alignment is fine. You do NOT need to support the female connector. Indeed, the K144XV cover must be in place before connecting the cables. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Stengrevics

[Elecraft] K3 Microphone Question

2016-06-06 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
closure", I'm not an employee, but have been associated with Elecraft for 16 years so far. That has given me the opportunity to use several of their mics.) 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of riese-k3...@juno.co

Re: [Elecraft] New products

2016-06-05 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
A key consideration in the K-POD design was to minimize hand movements when working at a keyboard while contesting or chasing DX. The knob handles both VFO controls and the OFS while you get to choose which 16 K3 macros you need to launch with a tap or press on the K-POD switches. 73, Ron AC7AC

Re: [Elecraft] Power cable for P3

2016-06-05 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
ed in our P3, check the power connector on the back of your K3. It needs to say 1.0 amp max. If it says 0.5 A max, you'll need to do a mod on your K3. If the mod is needed you can do your own. Elecraft provides instructions and parts. Order K312MDKT. Also, you can have Elecraft do it for you.

Re: [Elecraft] New products

2016-06-05 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
box does have a big knob!) 73, Ron AC7AC __ 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.

Re: [Elecraft] logging/k3s control program

2016-06-04 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
T/XIT). 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim - N4ST Sent: Saturday, June 4, 2016 3:55 PM To: 'Walter Underwood'; 'Elecraft List' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] logging/k3s control program Haven't used DXL

[Elecraft] Soldering speed and temperature

2016-06-03 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
s still valid even with a new technology iron such as described in the document. The difference is that the newer more sensitive temperature controls require little or no adjustment of their heat setting when changing from one size solder joint to another (within limits) or when soldering a great ma

[Elecraft] K3 Remote Power On/Off

2016-05-30 Thread Ron Castro
ly to turn the radio on and off, can I simply short pin 8 to ground and leave it that way so the radio comes on when the power supply activates? Is there some reason why I should do this differently? Thanks, Ron N6IE __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] FPF problem

2016-05-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
rrect. The simple procedure is described in the K3 kit assembly manual on the Elecraft reflector here: http://www.elecraft.com/manual/E740259%20K3s%20Assembly%20Manual%20Rev%20B1. pdf See page 41. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On

Re: [Elecraft] Mast question

2016-05-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
it several inches from the roof (assuming you don't have a metal roof). You should pick up 15 feet or so at each end that way. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of JJ Sent: Friday, May 27, 2016 10:57 AM To: elecraft@mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Balun BL2

2016-05-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
as a balun, transformer or whatever. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Walter Underwood Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 8:46 PM To: Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Balun BL2 You might look at the “QRP” baluns from

Re: [Elecraft] In case you missed it.

2016-05-26 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Never click on an unknown hyperlink. In this case I copied it and searched youtube for it manually. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike Morrow Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 11:31 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] In case you missed it.

2016-05-25 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Well done adaptaton, although for some of us of a "certain age" the humor is limited by the memories of that era and that war. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Dan Baker Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Re: [Elecraft] new KX-2 question

2016-05-24 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
product (ca. 2000), knobs have been a constant source of discussion debate and deliberation as to weight, size, texture, and shape, beginning with, IIRC, adding the heavy rubber band found on produce like broccoli to the K2 knob. So I wasn't really surprised by the question. 73, Ron AC7AC -

Re: [Elecraft] new KX-2 question

2016-05-23 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
encoder - about 10 mils - so that can contribute a small amount eccentricity as well. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Matt Maguire Sent: Monday, May 23, 2016 4:52 PM To: Wes; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] new KX-2 question

2016-05-23 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
It will fit, although the KX2 knob is a press-on type with a flat on the encoder shaft while the K3 VFO B knob uses two set-screws on a round shaft. Thanks to the flat, the K3 VFO B knob doesn't center perfectly. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and KX3 questions for Wayne

2016-05-22 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
the cable from the KXPA100 to the KX3. So if the voltage reads good at the KX3 with that setup, it's good at the KXPA100. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ken G Kopp Sent: Sunday, May 22, 2016 10:53 A

Re: [Elecraft] Powering a k-pad from a K3S

2016-05-21 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
One of the Elecraft engineers floated that idea, but it didn't float. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bob Novas Sent: Saturday, May 21, 2016 1:49 PM To: 'Kevin Stover'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject

Re: [Elecraft] K2 PA Failures and Remote Antenna Switch System

2016-05-21 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
hrough the capacitor almost as if the capacitor wasn't there. Depending upon the coil inductance, current, etc., the spike it produces can easily reach into the hundreds of volts. It's a brief spike, but plenty to do a lot of damage. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message

Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the KX2 80-10 m, SSB/CW/Data transceiver

2016-05-20 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
r than the other, order part no. E700425 to replace the original left-hand thumb screw on the KXPD3. Use of the original longer thumb screw would damage the KX2." Ron From: Phil Wheeler [mailto:w...@socal.rr.com] Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 8:10 PM To: Ron D'Eau Claire; elec

Re: [Elecraft] Announcing the KX2 80-10 m, SSB/CW/Data transceiver

2016-05-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
issues with having the screws in the right locations on the KX3 too. Order E700245. An alert is scheduled to be shipped with every KX2 warning about this issue. In the meantime, the KXPD3 paddles work just fine leaving the long thumb screw loose. At least they do for me! 73, Ron AC7AC -Original

Re: [Elecraft] PL-259 connectors

2016-05-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
ay a few years previously that I needed to disconnect for some reason looked a good as the day I had installed them, thousands and thousands of miles and years of salt water later. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mich

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 no assembly?

2016-05-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
So far, but like other Elecraft rigs customers can easily add options such as the ATU. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Martin Sole Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 9:04 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] New KX2?

2016-05-19 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
n a rock for an operating desk somewhere. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Erlend Grimseid Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 8:47 AM Cc: Elecraft List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] New KX2? Looks cool. What I'm really

Re: [Elecraft] How to Order Elecraft Parts

2016-05-17 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
o the anticipated product needs. Contact Digi-Key (www.digikey.com). They handle small orders without excessive charges. Now that Radio Shack is closed down here too, I get everything from them, usually within a couple of days clear across the country for nominal postal charges. 73, Ron AC7AC -Ori

Re: [Elecraft] circuit breaker

2016-05-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
issue with either breaker opening unexpectedly. 73, Ron AC7AC From: a...@sbcglobal.net [mailto:a...@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 12:18 PM To: Ron D'Eau Claire; 'todd ruby'; 'Elecraft Reflector Reflector' Subject: Re: [Elecraft] circuit breaker I believe

Re: [Elecraft] circuit breaker

2016-05-16 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
power. A defective breaker can also start tripping at lower currents. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of todd ruby Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 9:08 AM To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] circuit brea

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA problem

2016-05-15 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Well, we do update the manuals regularly through errata and updates when they are reprinted to cover new features. Bill makes a good point. We'll make it abundantly clear that the P3SVGA requires an external SVGA monitor to use all of its features. Tnx and 73, Ron AC7AC -Ori

[Elecraft] K3S and or P3 FS LOADED

2016-05-11 Thread Ron Durie
5000 Contact me off line:rond at kastanet.org Ron Durie WB4OOA Elecraft K3s-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elec

Re: [Elecraft] scammer on internet

2016-05-10 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Philo Farnsworth). 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- You may well be correct but, just out of curiosity, I did a search on QRZ and on AnyWho.com and found that there is, indeed a WD8VLL Michael D. Farnsworth 1205 West Virginia Ave Parkersburg, WV 76104 Do use caution. His phone numb

[Elecraft] K3S 10684 DISPLAY BLANK

2016-05-06 Thread Ron Durie
to Elecraft Monday. Thanks Elecraft for all your support. Ron WB4OOA Elecraft K3s-Line __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] K3S 10684 DISPLAY BLANK

2016-05-04 Thread Ron Durie
support from Elecraft. One reason I continue to choose products from Elecraft. Ron Durie WB4OOA Elecraft K3s-Line (704) 843-3681 __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

[Elecraft] K3S 10684 DISPLAY BLANK

2016-05-03 Thread Ron Durie
Has been working perfectly for almost 3 months. The backlight is working ok but no display digits at all. The rest to of the radio is all working normally. Parameter Initialization made no change. Tomorrow I plan to remove the front panel and check all the connector pins. Has anyone had this

Re: [Elecraft] Need Advice

2016-05-02 Thread Ron Litt
had my k3 about three years now. I have always kept up with upgrades. hardware and sw. seems like the best way to protect my investment and keep it current. I do the hardware upgrades myself. saves shipping cost and time. it is not hard to do ur self. ron On Mon, May 2, 2016, 16:06 Phil

[Elecraft] Power-On message

2016-05-01 Thread Ron Reis
Can't seem to find out how to change the power-on message in the manual. Hints? __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net T

Re: [Elecraft] headphone audio

2016-04-30 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Is the subrx enabled and volume turned down? Normally its audio would be on the right headphone. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of John Sent: Saturday, April 30, 2016 11:54 AM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject

Re: [Elecraft] How does one get Elecraft's attention?

2016-04-30 Thread Ron Castro
claims to have K3 emulation, but it really doesn't look anything like a real K3. It connects to N1MM, but that's about it. Ron Castro N6IE www.N6IE.com Member: ARRL Redwood Empire DX Assn. Northern California Contest Club Northern

[Elecraft] How does one get Elecraft's attention?

2016-04-29 Thread Ron Castro
t Elecraft can't supply, in which case, I'm prepared to dump the Elecraft equipment I have invested in and throw in with Flex and the new Maestro product. At least Flex returns my email. Ron Castro N6IE www.N6IE.com <http://www.n6ie.com/> Membe

Re: [Elecraft] Feedline loss w/wo tuner

2016-04-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
s) meant that feed line losses were no longer insignificant although it took a number of years for coax to become the dominant feed line. By the 1950's QST was publishing designs for homebrewing an SWR Meter several times a year. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Feedline loss w/wo tuner

2016-04-27 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
nobs (or, rather the relays to do the same thing) the operator is completely isolated from the much more complex adjustments being made beyond the initial buzz of the relays before the tuning solution is stored. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...

Re: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration

2016-04-26 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
urement equipment. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Clay Autery Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 6:50 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] Wattmeter for K3s Calibration Would the LP-100A meet the accuracy/pre

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