Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

Nate, A couple more questions: Does the KX2 do the same thing on CW? Did Elecraft say anything about doing a TX gain calibration? This can be done with the KX2 utility although I haven’t done it on mine, just on my K3. It sets the per-band gain coefficients Be sure to save the current CONFIG

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and WKmini

So is it true that the WKmini doesn't remember anything upon disconnecting? w8lvn On Sat, Feb 27, 2021 at 8:01 PM Julia Tuttle wrote: > I don't think so -- you'd need an adapter that just doesn't connect that > pin. > > On Sat, Feb 27, 2021, 20:19 Bill Lederer wrote: > >> Folks: >> >> I recen

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

I have replicated this behavior both with the internal as well as the MH3 external mic. Of course set at different mic gain levels, always per the manual which as you said suggests 5 bars of ALC. I have tried lower and higher mic gain settings just for fun, with the same results. I don’t thin

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

The KX2 uses a control loop to set power. Make sure you have sufficient audio drive to energize the loop. Using the ALC display set the MIC GAIN so you have 5-7 bars on voice peaks, per the manual. What MIC are you using? Have you tried the internal MIC? GL & 73, Brian, K0DTJ _

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

I have that problem to. My solution is to wind the power back from 10w to anything less and then back to 10w. Paul W6PNG/M0SNA www.nomadic.blog > On Feb 28, 2021, at 5:52 AM, Nate Jedinak wrote: > > Hello! I recently purchased a KX2 (#757) from a friendly member of this > list. > > I ha

[Elecraft] KX2 Starts Off with Low Output on 10M

Hello! I recently purchased a KX2 (#757) from a friendly member of this list. I have a local 10m meetup I attend frequently, and I noticed a strange behavior that I'm now able to replicate. When I first switch to 10m, I have extremely low output power (one bar on the RF meter), even when set

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and WKmini

I don't think so -- you'd need an adapter that just doesn't connect that pin. On Sat, Feb 27, 2021, 20:19 Bill Lederer wrote: > Folks: > > I recently bought a WKmini to use for portable operation. In reading the > documentation, it turns out that the cable supplied that goes from the OUT > port

[Elecraft] KX2 and WKmini

Folks: I recently bought a WKmini to use for portable operation. In reading the documentation, it turns out that the cable supplied that goes from the OUT port of the WKmini to the key jack on the KX2 keys the tip with the code, but use the ring to do a PTT function. I'm fine with QSL on the KX2,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Accessories

er for KXBT2 > KX2GNDPLUG Quick Release Ground Plug > MH3 Hand Microphone with Up/Dn Buttons > ES60 Compact Padded Carrying Case (Larger) > Elecraft KX2 Book by Fred Cady > + > KXPD2 paddle > KXUSB cable > > Cost $1486 new. Will take $1200 by PayPal, certified US Bank chec

[Elecraft] KX2 Sold

My KX2 serial #1099 has been sold. Jim Bennett Folsom, CA K7TXA (ex W6JHB as of 1/22/2021) Being retired doesn't mean I'm not part of the work force - just that I'm not forced to work! __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.q

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

The Ami-4170C has been sold. Still remaining is the KX2 package. __ 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 host

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

There is also no reason to exclude AS (American Samoa), GU (Guam), MP (Northern Mariana Islands), PR (Puerto Rico) or VI (Virgin Islands) from your domestic USPS shipping list:) John KK9A aka WP2AA James Bennett w6jhb wrote: Yep, you (and another responder) are correct - my mistake. Anyon

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

Yep, you (and another responder) are correct - my mistake. Anyone from the other two states are welcome to purchase. (Please do!!!) > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:41 PM, Jay Rutherford wrote: > > Hi Jim, > > USPS Priority Mail goes to Alaska and Hawaii just like it does to the lower > 48, same price

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

The W6PQL amp and MFJ wattmeter have been sold. Still have the KX2, AIM-4170C, and the KX2 heatsink kit available... > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for > sale that will help (slig

Re: [Elecraft] KX2, W1, AIM-4170

The W1 has been sold. > On Jan 20, 2021, at 1:06 PM, James Bennett via Elecraft > wrote: > > Moving out of CA before they put up a fence! I’ve got the following items for > sale that will help (slightly) lighten the load of packing and moving: > > KX2 serial #01990 with built-in KXAT2 antenna

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Icom LC-192 Backpack?

Good point! I'll have a look at one and see if ICOM had good advice from SOTA'ers and a good pack partner to assemble such a beast. BRET/N4SRN -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://ma

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 and Icom LC-192 Backpack?

Bret I haven’t but you might find answers to this question on the SOTA reflector (https://reflector.sota.org.uk ) as a few SOTA folk have the radio/pack and have posted on it. FWIW, I've done 100s of SOTA activations and packs are a very personal choice and I te

[Elecraft] KX2 and Icom LC-192 Backpack?

Has anyone looked at the ICOM LC-192 backpack for compatibility with the KX2? The KX2 is smaller than the IC-705. It seems, with the extra space, cable routing could work even if connectors are in different locations. Bret/N4SRN -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __

[Elecraft] KX2/KXPA100 SWR

First try today of my KX2 with the KXPA100 amplifier. Everything seemed to work fine. One issue for today; the lights on the amp indicated a 1:1 SWR while the Radio gave a reading of 19:1. My assumption is the KX2 does not “read back” the SWR from the amp. Is this correct? Is the SWR on the

[Elecraft] kx2 problem

Thanks to all for your help, given me a few things to look at. Barrie vk2QG. __ 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

[Elecraft] KX2 Low Power

The first thing I would check is what voltage (under TX load) is actually reaching the KX2. Check this in the menu and also right near where the power enters the KX2. Full power is only possible With a good “stiff” power supply. If you use the internal battery pack, the power will drop off, pe

[Elecraft] kx2 low power

Hello Barrie; ( I do not have product specific information on the KX2. ) A few comments/questions : - Did the person selling the KX2 make any representations   as to the radio's condition ? - Do you know why the KX2 needed to have new finals ?   Did the radio just suddenly cease transmitting o

[Elecraft] kx2 low power

Hi thanks for letting me join the group, I have just bought a kx2, and love it, one problem is low output power, On 40mtrs 7watts and on 10mtrs only 4watts, i was told by the person i bought it off, it had just had new finals fitted, i downloaded the latest hardware, any help please. Barrie Downwa

[Elecraft] KX2 For Sale

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

Look at page 50 in the manual. It is explained under SW TONE as to how to configure the audible feedback tones. 73 - Len, AD5YW __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mm

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

are pressed and knobs are turned, etc. For details, see the document, “Elecraft KX2 Physical Description and Audio-CW User Interface.” Audio-CW tones can be enabled in the menu (see MENU:SW TONE), or on power-up, by holding APF along with RATE and A/B. Release RATE and A/B first, then release APF

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

See SW TONE function on page 50 of the manual. Grant NQ5T > On Dec 4, 2020, at 4:58 PM, David Little wrote: > > When I depress any selection on my KX2 - I get CW telling me what selection I > pressed. How do I stop or restart this? > I can’t kind it in the manual. > Dave Little, AF5U __

[Elecraft] KX2 feedback CW

When I depress any selection on my KX2 - I get CW telling me what selection I pressed. How do I stop or restart this? I can’t kind it in the manual. Dave Little, AF5U __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinf

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Rick, Thanks for the post. I don't need real time "time" for things these days...if I do, I turn to an RTOS...but I am naive in this area. Since reconfiguring my Windows time specs, including not using the windows.time server, I have not seen a time offset exceeding 0.5s...in fact, the highest I

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Rich, You WANT to change what Windows does because a generation ago, to allow their server software to function, they increased the error gap in the NTP system.  It allows WAY too much drift and they've never cleaned that up (because most users don't care). I use and suggest Meinberg; which

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 2020-12-01 12:13:-0800, Jim Brown wrote: >On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote: >>What is the sync time tolerance? > >1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten >years. Painless to install, runs in the background. > http://www.timesynctool.com/ > >73, Jim K9YC

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 12/1/2020 6:01 AM, Rich NE1EE wrote: What is the sync time tolerance? 1 sec is OK, 2 sec will lose a lot of QSOs. I've used this free app for ten years. Painless to install, runs in the background. http://www.timesynctool.com/ 73, Jim K9YC __

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

The one question I didn't see asked was you have the rig in DATA-A mode, right? Neil, KN3ILZ On 12/1/2020 7:04 AM, Mark Moeller wrote: I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help. My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB Sound Card, Mic &

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

I recall reading from previous postings that the KX's have protection from too big an audio input. Perhaps best to start at zero level from the PC and work up. Regards, Mike VP8NO On 01/12/2020 12:18, Andy Durbin wrote: > You said you receive FT8 signals fine. If that means you are decoding

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Mike, Thanks for the kind words. It is much appreciated. 73, Joe, KO8V > On Dec 1, 2020, at 10:08, Mike Morrow wrote: > > The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for > interested parties. . > > It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of exter

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

You said you receive FT8 signals fine. If that means you are decoding then time sync is not likely to be the cause of you problem. If decoding ok your time error can be easily assessed by looking at the average time error of the signals you decode. Almost any computer is capable of maintainin

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

The guidance Joe gives is coherent and complete and a great contribution for interested parties. . It takes a lot of work to get a ham radio and a jumble of external gimmicks to do all the work of making ham QSOs...if one very generously credits FT8 as a QSO! :-) Mike / KK5F -Original Me

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

These are the steps I usually go through: 1. Ensure PC has an accurate time source. Verify against something like https://time.gov . If the website updates its seconds at the same time as your system from a visual perspective, then you're close enough. 2. If you are using

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

On 2020-12-01 08:12:-0500, Hank via Elecraft wrote: >Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4? If >not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations >have to be synced. > >Hank >K4HYJ What is the sync time tolerance? For example,

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

Do you have a time correction program running on your PC like Dimension 4? If not you will make very few if any contacts. The transmissions between stations have to be synced. Hank K4HYJ > On Dec 1, 2020, at 8:05 AM, Mark Moeller wrote: > > I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and app

[Elecraft] KX2 & FT8

I am working to get my KX2 setup for FT8 and appreciate any help. My setup includes: KX2 connected to a G5RV antenna, Windows 10 laptop, USB Sound Card, Mic & Phone cables. I am receiving FT8 signals fine, but cannot make contact with anyone else. Note that I make CW contacts with no issue, so be

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

I often operate my KX2 from the internal battery. As a "backup" source I frequently just take a second KXBT2 along. When you plug it into the external power jack the KX2 will draw it's power from the pack with the higher voltage. Tim N9PUZ On 11/6/2020 6:56 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: I would d

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

The 12V Bioenno batteries have an internal battery management circuit. They require 14.6 - 15 Volts input to charge properly. The BMC will prevent overcharging and Bioenno Support says it is safe to leave the charging voltage permanently applied. Tim N9PUZ On 11/6/2020 5:06 PM, Bob Conder via

[Elecraft] KX2 External battery question:

No - the KXBC2 is not suitable for the Bioenno BLF-1203W, you should use the charger sold by Bioenno for this purpose. Bioenno products are LiFePo, a different kind of LiOn Chemistry than the Elecraft ones. The Bioenno charger will work for all the higher AH batteries they sell that have the DC Ba

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Zero Power Out

Mess with the mic gain a bit, key it to see what happens. I ran into this a month ago on 10m only and it did it after changing bands to 10m. I can consistently duplicate the problem, too. After changing bands to 10m, if i mess with the mic gain, it starts outputting again - even when I put the g

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

I would definitely *not* use the KXBC2 charger with anything but a KXBT2, or an exact equivalent pack, for safety reasons. The voltages and currents are targeted specifically at 3 Li-Ion cells (11 V). Just to give you another [probably biased, beware] opinion on the KXBT2, though: The internal

[Elecraft] KX2 Zero Power Out

My KX2 has zero power out. It just stopped working one day. No idea why - it's running off a a LiFePO4 battery. Power is set to 5W. Antenna tuner bypassed. Running into a dummy load. Does it on all bands. VOX on, CW, but not even .1 W out to my Elecraft W1 Power Meter. Time to ask Elecraft for help

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

Hi Bob, Well, to get the ball rolling, I'd say no to the KXBC2. I use several different sizes of the Bioenno LiFe batteries (see earlier threads this summer for a detailed discussion), and I vote to use the proper charger. It's only a few bucks more...on the road, I use an inexpensive converter

[Elecraft] KX2 External battery question

KX2 External battery question: 1) Will the KXBC2 charger work with a Bioenno BLF-1203W LiFePO4 battery?or 2) What are very lightweight external batteries that will work with KX2, and not add significantweight while hiking or backpacking and doing SOTA?Tnx in advance,Bob K4RLC __

[Elecraft] KX2 for sale

Unfortunately, selling my almost new KX2. I bought it for SOTA but am no longer able to activate afield. It was used for only 2 activations. Includes - KX2 transceiver KXAT2-F tuner KXBT2 battery pack KXBC2 battery charger DL1 dummy load (with my own 3D printed case) QRPGuys 40m-10m UnUnTenna (ne

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 / WM1 Reporting Conflict

Hi Jim, Both the KX2 and W1 need to be calibrated to a standard. The W1 manual 4.5V is a rough calibration. As I remember, KX2's are calibrated at the factory at some (I've forgotten) power level. Both the KX2 and W1 are somewhat non linear. For my shack, I've decided that a DL1, along with an ac

[Elecraft] KX2 / WM1 Reporting Conflict

Wondering if anyone can help on this - I’ve got a KX2 and W1 Power Meter. The power out on the KX2 does not match what the W1 is reporting. I have the W1 connected to my MacBook Pro displaying the serial data being sent to it. I just verified that the W1 voltage at the TP1 connector is exactly 4

[Elecraft] KX2 internal tuner issue

I think I did something to my KX2 internal tuner. I don’t know exactly when this started happening but it’s possible it was after I accidentally transmitted a too-high signal from my base station to the KX2 while trying to verify calibration. To be clear, I understand my mistake there. Setting

[Elecraft] KX2 amplifier keying line won't key amp

KX2   All of a sudden my KX2 will no longer key my external amplifierRing "2" on acc jack does not go to ground when keyedAny help.Thanks in advanceMike W4ZGI __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

Hi, I also have an early s/n KX2, 024X. I had the same problem of the bowed Plexiglas cover. My cure was to grid off 1/16th strip on each end and elongate the screw holes carefully. No more bowing.  GL 73 Jim H K7SSS  In a message dated 8/24/2020 4:34:59 PM Pacific Standard Time, n7...@arrl.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

Well at least the bugs were external! Thanks Wayne for the information. I’ll try flipping it around and I’ll check with customer service if it’s still an issue. Mine was a fairly early one so the change could’ve happen later. Usually a gentle puff of air under the cover is enough to get the guy

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

Hi Dan, Flip the bezel over when you reinstall it. This will compress the convex catenary side against the case, reducing the gap. Note that at some point in the KX2's history we revised the bezel, moving the screw holes slightly outward. Customer support could help you determine if you have t

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

So, you are telling us that the KX2 has a few bugs? Paul KB9AVO On Mon, Aug 24, 2020, 7:33 PM Dan Presley wrote: > Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover > for my KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week > noticed that I had a fe

[Elecraft] KX2 plexiglass

Hi folks-got a bit of an unusual issue with the plexiglass readout cover for my KX2. I use it a lot portable and SOTA and on an activation last week noticed that I had a few tiny interlopers crawling underneath the covering adding moving symbols to the display:)). After inspecting I noted that

[Elecraft] kX2 3d Model Tour

Wayne’s KX2 3D model tour is up on the Elecraft YouTube channel, if you missed it during the live expo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umAatw_VKss Hopefully one or both of Eric’s 90 minute K4 Q&A’s will show up there soon, also. Grant NQ5T _

[Elecraft] KX2 to Tentec 418 amplifier

I recently acquired a KX2 and love it. I also have a Tentec 418 100W amplifier that I want to find a way to interface them for keying and band-changing. Keying seems easy and straightforward, but the question is if there is an easy way for band-changing. I appreciate it if you share how you have

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

Wayne, As a person with an enginneering background (never used), I really enjoyed your talk this afternoon. I dialed in about mid-way through the 3D talk and wonder if you mentioned the walking stick and binoculars behind you. Methinks you like the out-of-doors for more than radio. The best part

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

Of course, we’d like to see the 3D models of the K4, too :-) Grant NQ5T > On Aug 8, 2020, at 7:49 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > > My pleasure, Grant. First Zoom presentation for me. I wasn't sure how the > content (3D model tour) would go over, but the attendees turned out to be > quite enthusia

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

My pleasure, Grant. First Zoom presentation for me. I wasn't sure how the content (3D model tour) would go over, but the attendees turned out to be quite enthusiastic. The part I wasn't worried about was stage fright (year of playing guitar for large crowds, solo :) 73, Wayne N6KR > On Aug 8

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

On Sat, Aug 8, 2020, 10:33 Neil Zampella wrote: > I'm assuming that all the Zoom presentations will be available, since > I'm assuming that people like me won't be able to view some of them > live. I'm very interested in the Classic Line presentation, along with > the K4 presentation. > > Thank

[Elecraft] KX2 ZOOM Presentation -- Virtual Expo

If you missed it this morning, be sure to check it out tomorrow. Great presentation!!! Thanks, Wayne …. Grant NQ5T __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Po

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

All of the actual talks (not the Q&A) are pre-recorded, unlisted youtube videos with a transparent pane in front of them to make it hard to get to the underlying video. A few moments with the page inspector in chrome will get you the youtube link, which can then play back where and when you choose.

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

I'm assuming that all the Zoom presentations will be available, since I'm assuming that people like me won't be able to view some of them live.   I'm very interested in the Classic Line presentation, along with the K4 presentation. Thanks, Neil, KN3ILZ On 8/7/2020 1:08 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote:

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

Recorded, yes, but I'm not sure when it will be posted. Love to have everyone there, if possible. Bearing personal witness to my first sojourn into the Wilds of Zoom may have entertainment value that transcends content. Wayne > On Aug 7, 2020, at 10:55 AM, Eric Garner wrote: > > Is the pre

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo Is the presentation going to be recorded for viewing later for those of us who cant make it this weekend? Eric On Fri, Aug 7, 2020, 9:33 AM Wayne Burdick wrote: > Curious about how the KX2 and other Elecraft products w

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

Is the presentation going to be recorded for viewing later for those of us who cant make it this weekend? Eric On Fri, Aug 7, 2020, 9:33 AM Wayne Burdick wrote: > Curious about how the KX2 and other Elecraft products were designed? One > of the most important steps in the process is 3D modeling

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

Except for the indoor flea market, ability to knob twiddle, photos and a beer with friends, and the profuse sweat generated from trekking through the outdoor flea in 100 deg weather, 4 times, it’s starting to look like this Virtual Expo is going to be a great event. Especially at the Elecraft b

[Elecraft] KX2 3D/X-ray model live demo at QSO Today Ham Expo

Curious about how the KX2 and other Elecraft products were designed? One of the most important steps in the process is 3D modeling. On both Saturday and Sunday, I'll be doing live demos of the KX2, including a full tour of the radio's 3D model. This will include: - building a virtual KX2, one

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

On 2020-08-02 19:51:-0500, Bill Lederer wrote: >Friends: > >I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree, >largely for listening, e.g. to ARRL code practice. I normally use the >internal battery and charge it up ever couple of weeks. I use a Bioenno Power LiFePO4 BLF-1204

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

Bill, Take a look at the Pro Audio Engineering power supply. Although it was designed initially for the KX3, it works very well with the KX2. No RFI on the ham bands, so you can regard it as a noise-free switching supply. 73, Don W3FPR On 8/2/2020 8:51 PM, Bill Lederer wrote: Friends: I

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

That's what I use. Sam KG9NG From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net on behalf of w8lv...@gmail.com Sent: Sunday, August 2, 2020 8:13 PM To: Grant Youngman Cc: Elecraft Refl Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply What a great list! Three answers bef

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

What a great list! Three answers before I got downstairs! Thanks all. On Sun, Aug 2, 2020 at 20:05 Grant Youngman wrote: > This is what you want … > > https://proaudioeng.com/products/pae-kx33-low-rfi-ac-power-supply/ > > Grant NQ5T > > > On Aug 2, 2020, at 8:51 PM, Bill Lederer wrote: > > >

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

Bill, I don't know if this helps or not, but for Field Day, I used a deep cycle marine battery to power my KX2. Worked like a charm. 73 de, Ian, NV4C On Sun, Aug 2, 2020, 8:52 PM Bill Lederer wrote: > Friends: > > I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree, > large

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

This is what you want … https://proaudioeng.com/products/pae-kx33-low-rfi-ac-power-supply/ Grant NQ5T > On Aug 2, 2020, at 8:51 PM, Bill Lederer wrote: > > Friends: > > I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree, > largely for listening, e.g. to ARRL code practice.

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

For an AC supply IMHO there is only one choice. https://proaudioeng.com/products/pae-kx33-low-rfi-ac-power-supply/ On Sun, Aug 2, 2020 at 20:51 Bill Lederer wrote: > Friends: > > I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree, > largely for listening, e.g. to ARRL code

[Elecraft] KX2 Power supply

Friends: I like to use my KX2 in my office with a wire out the window to a tree, largely for listening, e.g. to ARRL code practice. I normally use the internal battery and charge it up ever couple of weeks. I am wondering if KX2 owners have used a DC supply to power this--short of getting an Astr

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

Phil, There are numerous quetionx of that sort. There is not one answer. The only answer that fits all is "it all depends". We need the specifics of the problem before a reasonable response can be had. 73, Don W3FPR On 7/18/2020 6:06 PM, Phil Hystad via Elecraft wrote: I went and browse

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

I went and browsed around a bit. I saw some messages posted in March about a KX1 that does not power up. Then, in July there are messages with the title “KX3 doesn’t power off” or something like that. Does this mean that a KX2 is either always On or always Off ? And, would that occur in only

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

Art, all, We have a separate group which deals exclusively with the Elecraft portable equipment and related issues to running QRP and portable.  You can join the 5700 of us who discuss Elecraft KX issues by going to : https://groups.io/g/Elecraft-KX We hope to see you there! Howie / WA4PSC

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

Use the subscribe address below. Just send an email and state your call sign. Group Email Addresses - Post: elecraft...@groups.io - Subscribe: elecraft-kx+subscr...@groups.io - Unsubscribe: elecraft-kx+unsubscr...@groups.io - Group Owner: elecraft-kx+ow...@groups.io - Help: elecra

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

There is a Elecraft-KX list on Groups.io. If you can search for that group, I think you will find it. It covers the KX1, KX2 and KX3. If you cannot find it, email elecraft-kx+ow...@groups.io and ask how to subscribe. 73, Don W3FPR On 7/18/2020 1:37 PM, Arthur Gunn wrote: I miss KX2 conten

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

(GMT+00:00) To: Arthur Gunn Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect I don’t think that KX2 discussion is excluded from this list.> On Jul 18, 2020, at 10:37 AM, Arthur Gunn wrote:> > I miss KX2 contents in this list. I remember now that a

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

I don’t think that KX2 discussion is excluded from this list. > On Jul 18, 2020, at 10:37 AM, Arthur Gunn wrote: > > I miss KX2 contents in this list. I remember now that a separate list server > is being used. How would I join that list? > > Art VE9BP > __

[Elecraft] KX2 list server - how to connect

I miss KX2 contents in this list. I remember now that a separate list server is being used. How would I join that list? Art VE9BP __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.n

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Mike, I am wondering if the shaft (sleeve) on the mic plug is just a bit too long - try backing the plug out a tiny bit at a time (thickness of heavy paper) to see if that takes care of it. That is all I can think of.  I suggest you contact supp...@elecraft.com for additional suggestions.

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Hi No, nothing else plugged into the radio. As for a 2nd Mic, not at this time and I am not at home near my workbench which has lots of bits to try things. If I have time tonight, I will open up the Mic and do some more tracing. I think we have gone as far as we can go at this point given the t

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Mike, Solution unknown - either you have a bad mic plug on that MH3, or there is a problem with your KX2 mic jack. Do you know anyone else who has a KX2 or KX3 that could try your microphone? 73, Don W3FPR On 6/30/2020 3:02 PM, Michael Walker wrote: Ops, missed that.  I used shield ground, n

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

What mic are you using? Is anything else plugged into the radio? Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jun 30, 2020, at 1:03 PM, Michael Walker wrote: > > Hi All > > I have had a kx2 since they first came out and I have chased this problem > since day 1. But, since I never use it on SSB

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Ops, missed that. I used shield ground, not logic ground. However, when I tested Ring 1 to Ring 2, it is open and then shorts when you push the PTT button. This seems to be working as designed. I did confirm that mic is plugged in all the way and did a close visual look at it to make sure. Mik

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Mike, Did you read the continuity between the 1st and 2nd rings of the MH3 plug? The MH3 PTT connects those two rings (and not the shell). 73, Don W3FPR On 6/30/2020 1:27 PM, Michael Walker wrote: Thanks Don Plugging a Stereo  (3 conductor) does not cause the radio to go into TX with Menu:MI

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Thanks Don Plugging a Stereo (3 conductor) does not cause the radio to go into TX with Menu:MIC BTN set to Ptt. Looking like a bad MH3. I did ohm out the MIC between ground and the PTT line and it did show open. I would be expecting a short. Mike va3mw On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 1:18 PM Don Wil

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Mike, Do you have a normal stereo plug available? - or a stereo audio cable with nothing on the far end? If so, plug that in and see if the same thing happens - make certain it is in all the way. If not, the MH3 has a problem. If it still goes into transmit, the KX2 has a problem. 73, Don

Re: [Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Update on this. If you are in the Menu, the XMIT does not work. If out of the Menu, it works as expected as does Vox. However, the External Mic problem still exists. I did Ohm out the MH3 PTT line and it isn't shorted at all, so the Mic is not the issue. Mike va3mw On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 12

[Elecraft] kx2 SSB always in TX

Hi All I have had a kx2 since they first came out and I have chased this problem since day 1. But, since I never use it on SSB, I have never worried about it. s/n 337 Everything I plug in the MH3 Mic, the radio goes into TX. I have the latest firmware on it. If Menu:MIC BTN is set to OFF, it

Re: [Elecraft] KX2 Drift During Field Day

Richard, Drift was seen on the KX2 digital display, and indicated by concomitant very mild audio distortion from being slightly off frequency. I am perfectly willing to accept that I may have just been getting a small bit of RFI, but was just curious if anyone else has seen this behavior before.

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