Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY Message

Hi Bob, I've been playing with the RSP1A at the IF of my K3 and HDSDR and SDR Uno as panadapter software. I also had Omnirig running for this. Never bumped into the kind of problem you describe. I can reproduce your problem though, by setting up omnirig with wrong RTS/DTR setting. One thing

[Elecraft] ERR KEY Message

Been trying to configure SDR Uno with RSP2 as a spectrum scope. (Using IF output to RSP) But not much luck.Right now, when I turn on SDR Uno, with the K3 already in CW mode, the SDR keys the rig for a moment, then stops.The "ERR KEY" message shows up on the screen.Can't get the message to

Re: [Elecraft] Err Key

That ERR KEY problem is usually mechanical - think of something like a pencil propped up on the paddles or something similar. Sometimes though it is found to be a bad paddle or key cable. 73, Don W3FPR On 12/24/2018 4:12 PM, marvwhee...@nwlink.com wrote: Thanks everyone problem solved. It

Re: [Elecraft] Err Key

Thanks everyone problem solved. It was mechanical rather than electrical. Don - I didn't have to worry about a microphone because one is never hooked up to my rig. Hi Hi \ 73 Marv Wheeler KG7V MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL Yesterday is history, Tomorrow a mystery, Today a gift.

Re: [Elecraft] Err Key

Marv, Are you using computer control of the K3S and power on the computer at nearly the same time as the K3S? If you have the PTT-KEY menu set to anything other than Off - Off, that can occur as the computer tests the com ports. Other than that, the K3S is detecting a key, paddle, or PTT

Re: [Elecraft] Err Key

Unplug all cables from rear except power and antenna. Now turn radio on. Plug cables one by one and cycle power each time till you find the one causing the issue. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Dec 24, 2018, at 3:14 PM, David Bunte wrote: > > Marv - > > Page 69 of the K3 manual

Re: [Elecraft] Err Key

Marv - Page 69 of the K3 manual says that means the key circuit is closed when the rig is turned on. It may be a different page for the K3S, but my guess is it is the same issue. Dave - K9FN On Mon, Dec 24, 2018 at 3:09 PM wrote: > This ERR KEY message as show up on my k3S displayed in the

[Elecraft] Err Key

This ERR KEY message as show up on my k3S displayed in the Sub Receiver display area. Any ideas on how to get rid of it? Marv KG7V __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

I like using assigning rig to DXLabs Commander. Seems to work very smoothly so far. That way there are no port conflicts and I don't need to kill my logging program (DXLabs Suite) to run WSJT-x. jim ab3cv On Thu, Dec 22, 2016 at 2:58 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: > My first guess

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

My first guess is that either DTR or RTS is being asserted by WSJT and you have it configured in your K3 for PTT. CONFIG --> PTT-KEY --> OFF-OFF will do it if that's the case. Happened to me. 73, Fred K6DGW Sparks NV Washoe County DM09dn On 12/21/2016 4:39 PM, Howard Sherer wrote: I have

[Elecraft] ERR KEY

I solved the problem. I had to force the control line DTR = Low in the radio config menu of WSJT. I dontknow why but i tried many things andthis works. So a note to others configuring WSJT. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. 73 de AE3T Howard Sherer

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Do you have "Allow Tx frequency changes while transmitting" TX checked under Settings? Ken At 04:39 PM 12/21/2016, Howard Sherer wrote: I have installed the new version of WSJT-X and when changing the bands on my K3s, I get the ERR KEY code on the display and the K3s is forced into Tx. I

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

As a self check, my K3, (not S), works fine with the new version, 1.7. 73s and thanks, Dave NK7Z http://www.nk7z.net On 12/21/2016 04:39 PM, Howard Sherer wrote: I have installed the new version of WSJT-X and when changing the bands on my K3s, I get the ERR KEY code on the display and the K3s

[Elecraft] ERR KEY

I have installed the new version of WSJT-X and when changing the bands on my K3s, I get the ERR KEY code on the display and the K3s is forced into Tx. I must power cycle the K3s to clear, but repeats when I go to these bands again. This occurs only on 80, 20, 17, 15, 10, & 6M, the other bands are

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

I think it's directly proportional to the amount we spend on said device. If we spend a lot for it, the the expensive doo -dad must be at fault when things hit the fan. Couldn't possibly be the software. N1MM+ is a great piece of software used by thousands and the price is free, gratis,

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Same ole thing... Always, always, always rule out ALL the programs and stuff ATTACHED to the K3 before tearing apart your K3. The vast majority of "K3 problems" have nothing to do with the K3. I'm sure that some day some smart psychologist will explain why we continue to do that, all evidence to

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

On 3/28/2016 6:34 PM, tomb18 wrote: > I often get this message and I never use n1mm+. N1MM+ polling abuses the transceiver. Try setting the N1MM+ polling speed to 50% less or 100% less. If you see this issue with other software, make sure the other software is not overrunning the K3

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

-03-28 6:25 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Dennis <egan.denni...@gmail.com>, Reflector Elecraft <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY Dennis, All the reports of this error message seem to be related to the use of N1MM+, so if you have not done so, I suggest you ask

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Dennis, All the reports of this error message seem to be related to the use of N1MM+, so if you have not done so, I suggest you ask the folks at N1MM support about it. Yes, that message should only occur if the key line or PTT is shorted during a power on sequence. So my question is "What

[Elecraft] ERR KEY

I wrote earlier today about what triggers the ERR KEY error on the screen of the K3. I have had several suggestions about what it is, so I'll reply to them generically. The contest this past weekend was an SSB contest. The ERR KEY message (and not ERR PTT) appeared 40 or 50 times. Yes,

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

: [Elecraft] ERR KEY This past weekend I experienced numerous ERR KEY messages. According to the manual, this ERR code is returned when one "attempts to key the transmitter or activate PTT during power on". When this would happen, there was no power turn on, nor shorted keying lines- it was in

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

minutes each day and you will be amazed how much better you will be. 73, Fred KE7X For all KE7X Elecraft books, see www.ke7x.com From: Elecraft on behalf of Dennis Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 5:54 AM To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ERR

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

<elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net> on behalf of Dennis <egan.denni...@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 5:54 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ERR KEY This past weekend I experienced numerous ERR KEY messages. According to the manual, this ERR code is retur

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

I do have an op that is having problems with this in conjunction with his Remote Rig setup, but that wasn't the case for me this past weekend. No remote rig was involved this past weekend. Dennis W1UE On 3/28/2016 8:23 AM, Gerry Hull wrote: Were you remote, Dennis? I notice on the VY1AAA

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Were you remote, Dennis? I notice on the VY1AAA remote, if the sequencing is not right, I would get ERR_KEY on the rig as well. It seemed to happen just as I was logging a QSO (no ESM, just VOX). This was Windows 10 locally, with the RRC. I wonder if this is the dreaded serial overlap issues

[Elecraft] ERR KEY

This past weekend I experienced numerous ERR KEY messages. According to the manual, this ERR code is returned when one "attempts to key the transmitter or activate PTT during power on". When this would happen, there was no power turn on, nor shorted keying lines- it was in operation with N1MM+

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Unplug PTT, KEY, and PADDLES and check. You have what sounds like multiple PTT set up. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Mar 5, 2016, at 9:11 AM, Peter Chamalian wrote: > > When using the K3 on SSB with a condenser mike I am occasionally getting an > ERR KEY error and

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

Pete, ERR KEY indicates that the K3 is detecting a key or paddle or PTT closure when it powers up. If you have the PTT-KEY menu set to anything other than OFF-OFF, your computer may be causing that problem when it boots because the computer 'exercises' the RS-232 signals at boot time. To

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY

ERR KEY should only appear at turn on if one of the key lines is closed. The only other report of ERR KEY has been when certain software combinations poll the K3 too rapidly during transmit and overflows the processor buffer. Are you using N1MM Logger+ *and* NaP3 with their default polling

[Elecraft] ERR KEY

When using the K3 on SSB with a condenser mike I am occasionally getting an ERR KEY error and the vox does not trigger. The manual talks about attempting to key the PTT but I do not use it on SSB. The K3 is connected to a micro Keyer II and it does trigger PTT on CW. I do not use any voice

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY with Bencher Paddle

Larry, Are you certain the plug is inserted all the way into the jack? Do you have a stereo 1/4 inch phone plug that has nothing connected to it? If not, can you borrow one? Plug it into the jack and see if you still get the ERR KEY. If not, the K3 is OK and the problem is with the paddles,

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY with Bencher Paddle

Unplug the bencher, and restart the radio. Does the error go away? If so, check setting and wiring for the bencher. If not, look into radio settings. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Feb 29, 2016, at 2:01 PM, Larry Snyder wrote: > > I bought a Bencher BY Series Iambic

[Elecraft] ERR KEY with Bencher Paddle

I bought a Bencher BY Series Iambic Paddles BY-1 and have it connected to the Paddle connection on the back of the K3. Both contacts are such that a piece of paper can go between the contacts on post and the paddle When I turn on the K3 I get ERR KEY I have VOX enabled. On the

[Elecraft] ERR KEY with WINKEYER

Every time I plus the USB cable in the back of my WINKEYER, I am getting an error message ERR KEY. Also during contest when I am running my Amplifier, my WINKEY goes dead and out with Windows sound bang, like my USB has been unplug. Can I put some torriods to the USB cable? Any suggestions. 73

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY with WINKEYER

Suggestion: Get a shielded USB cable and/or use them throughout the shack. Chassis-ground your computer. Use the ferrites too, but try those suggestions first. 73, matt W6NIA On Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:44:29 -0700, you wrote: Every time I plus the USB cable in the back of my WINKEYER, I am

[Elecraft] ERR KEY / ERR PTT Reports

In the last 9 months or so, there have been a number of reports of issues involving the ERR KEY or ERR PTT message. Some of them may have been due to mics picking up noise on power up, or computers holding an RS-232 keying line active on power up. However, since June 2009, there have been

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY / ERR PTT Reports

, 2010 7:36 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] ERR KEY / ERR PTT Reports In the last 9 months or so, there have been a number of reports of issues involving the ERR KEY or ERR PTT message. Some of them may have been due to mics picking up noise on power up

[Elecraft] ERR KEY = Hot Mic

This has been discussed before, but I have to share my frustration and fix. The last several days I've had unexpected intermittent rig and amp keying accompanied by a loud hum in my Heil Proset audio. It's happened both on CW and SSB while operating. If the K3 was re- started it sometimes

[Elecraft] ERR KEY = Hot Mic

As an addendum to my earlier post on my hot mike let me add this. The Heil Proset was purchased from Elecraft and contains a Heil IC element for an ICOM rig. There's an inline resistor in the Red wire before it's solder pad on the element. There's also a pad bridge cap that had one leg

[Elecraft] ERR KEY message

My K3 was always on CW mode. And tonight I would like to try it on WW SSB Contest. I tap the mode selector and an error message came up on the display ERR KEY and my K3 is lock on transmit. I can not get the error message go out. Need your help. 73 George KE6TE K3 - 2903 KX1 - 01934

Re: [Elecraft] ERR KEY message

ERR KEY means the radio is keyed by some method, by an external device. Unplug all keying-related devices until the message goes away (it takes a couple of seconds). You can then operate as usual. 73, Wayne N6KR On Oct 23, 2009, at 8:48 PM, ke6t...@gmail.com wrote: My K3 was always on CW