[Elecraft] WTB Elecraft W2, 2kw sensor

2017-01-23 Thread Raymond Benny
Looking for a second Elecraft 2kw Directional Coupler sensor for the W2 wattmeter. Anyone have a spare or not really using theirs? 73, Ray, N6VR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Sold - Elecraft W2 Wattmeter with HF 2kw coupler

2017-01-19 Thread Paul
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[Elecraft] FS Elecraft W2 Wattmeter with HF 2kw coupler

2017-01-19 Thread Paul
Selling 8 month old kit built W2, works and looks fine. Includes W2, HF 2kw coupler, sensor cable, USB data cable, power cable and instructions. $220 including priority mail shipping Paypal only Pictures available Paul W2LE

Re: [Elecraft] W2 setting SWR alarm trip points

2017-01-05 Thread Chuck Guenther
Hi Mike, Thanks for pointing this out. I did try both bracket characters anyway, though. I did solve my problem, though. After searching the archives, I found that one may need to send repeated bracket commands to the W2. I tried this and it worked! I was able to set my SWR trip point

[Elecraft] W2 setting SWR alarm trip points

2017-01-05 Thread Chuck Guenther
I just fired up a new W2 wattmeter, and it seems to be working ok, except that I can't seem to adjust the SWR alarm.. I'm using the W2 utility version 1.3.2.27 and my W2 firmware is version 1.00. I have the PTT keying cables connected to the W2, and am trying to set the SWR trip point that

Re: [Elecraft] Free (Almost) to a Good Home: Vinyl Cover for the Elecraft W2 Watt/SWR Meter

2016-11-20 Thread David Inger
The cover has been spoken for. Thanks all for wanting to keep this nice cover out of the landfill. 73 de K6SBA David __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] Free (Almost) to a Good Home: Vinyl Cover for the Elecraft W2 Watt/SWR Meter

2016-11-20 Thread David Inger
While cleaning out some drawers, I found a nice cover for the W2. I sold the meter awhile back and forget that I had the cover. This is a high quality vinyl cover with felt lining. The front has gold embroidered stitching reading "ELECRAFT W2" on two lines. The cover is in brand new

[Elecraft] W2 wattmeter lock-up

2016-10-08 Thread JOE
I had a situation where the W2 watt meter would flash the LEDs on power up, then I was not able to communicate with it via the RS232 cable. After repeated attempts, I was able to quickly press the LED on/off button on the software during power up to make it come back to life. I had to press

Re: [Elecraft] W2 problem

2016-06-21 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
At a guess, because it's simple to crimp. I doubt that the normal twisted pairs of CAT5 was the reason to not use it. -73 de M0XDF (from my iPhone) > On 21 Jun 2016, at 11:29, John wrote: > > . I see elecraft supply a flat 8P8C > RJ45 cable, so I guess there is an

Re: [Elecraft] W2 problem

2016-06-21 Thread John
...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of STEPHEN BUNTING Sent: 20 June 2016 16:03 To: elecraft <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Subject: [Elecraft] W2 problem Hi everyone, I have a little used W2 wattmeter that has stopped working, but I have recently had access to a working unit so I could test the display and senso

[Elecraft] W2 problem

2016-06-20 Thread STEPHEN BUNTING
Hi everyone, I have a little used W2 wattmeter that has stopped working, but I have recently had access to a working unit so I could test the display and sensor unit independently. Both of mine have faults - The display has lost port nr 1 and it looks like R10 has been damaged on the PCB. What

[Elecraft] W2 Desktop Software

2016-04-20 Thread Michael Walker
All I think I asked this before, but I can't remember if someone replied. I love my W2 software for my remote base, but I am looking for a client that takes up much less screen space, at least for the basic meter movement. More importantly, I tend to use it in client/server mode, so the part I

[Elecraft] For Sale: Elecraft W2 Wattmeter

2016-03-26 Thread David Inger
I have for sale a W2 SWR/Wattmeter in as-new condition. The package includes the W2, the 2 kw directional coupler (remote sensor), interconnecting cable, power cable, programming cable and owners manual. These are fantastic, compact and highly accurate units. $210 FIRM including shipping to any

[Elecraft] W2 Software

2016-01-01 Thread Michael Walker
Hi All I have server W2's and I use them all at my remote base. The interface works wonderfully, but for me it takes up too much screen real estate. Has anyone either written a smaller one or knows of one that would be about the quarter of the size? I know I should program one myself, but

[Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter & 200 Watt Coupler Available

2015-09-23 Thread Ed Gansen
I have a W2 Wattmeter with DCHF-200 Directional Coupler excess to my needs. Excellent condition and just checked out by Elecraft. $180.000, including CONUS shipping. Contact me off-list at k8...@arrl.net. 73' Ed - K8DSS __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter & 200 Watt Coupler Available

2015-09-23 Thread Ed Gansen
W2 has been sold. Ed - K8DSS > On Sep 23, 2015, at 8:17 AM, Ed Gansen wrote: > > I have a W2 Wattmeter with DCHF-200 Directional Coupler excess to my needs. > Excellent condition and just checked out by Elecraft. $180.000, including > CONUS shipping. Contact me off-list

[Elecraft] W2/P3TXMON directional couplers

2015-08-22 Thread Ian
Just curious if anyone knows the insertion loss for the W2 or P3TXMON directional couplers? The manuals don't specify. Part numbers are different but they sure look the same! 73, Ian N8IK __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

[Elecraft] FS: Elecraft W2 Wattmeter

2015-07-01 Thread W0FK
Elecraft W2 Wattmeter with HF 1-2000 W sensor for 1-54 MHz. $195 shipped CONUS. Please email me off the list. Lou, W0FK - St. Louis, MO K3 #'s 7463 and 2513, P3 #620, KX1 #1517, KX3 #0036, KXPA100 #252 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-Elecraft-W2

Re: [Elecraft] FS: Elecraft W2 Wattmeter

2015-07-01 Thread W0FK
W2 is sold, thanks to all who responded. - St. Louis, MO K3 #'s 7463 and 2513, P3 #620, KX1 #1517, KX3 #0036, KXPA100 #252 -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/FS-Elecraft-W2-Wattmeter-tp7604494p7604506.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter Failure

2015-05-13 Thread Alan
Hi Roger, I'm looking at the W2 kilowatt sensor schematic and scratching my head trying to figure out how that could have happened. There are 49.9k resistors in series with all the op amp inputs, so there would have to be hundreds of volts coming out of the detectors to damage the devices.

[Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter

2015-04-07 Thread wb5xx
The W2 wattmeter has been sold.Thankks to all. George wb5xx __ 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:

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread W0MU Mike Fatchett
K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com Cc: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion A sensor is close to completion for the P3 which will do what you want i believe. Perhaps you could ask Wayne for confirmation. Gary Vk1ZZ K3, KX3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT,P3. On 15/03

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Gary Gregory
smartphone Original message From: Gary Gregory vk1zzg...@gmail.com Date:03/14/2015 5:14 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Vic K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com Cc: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion A sensor is close to completion for the P3 which

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Gary Gregory
A sensor is close to completion for the P3 which will do what you want i believe. Perhaps you could ask Wayne for confirmation. Gary Vk1ZZ K3, KX3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT,P3. On 15/03/2015 6:51 AM, Vic Rosenthal 4X6GP/K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com wrote: I'm sure it would be easy to add a pickup to

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Gary Gregory
Verizon Wireless 4G LTE smartphone Original message From: Gary Gregory vk1zzg...@gmail.com Date:03/14/2015 5:14 PM (GMT-05:00) To: Vic K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com Cc: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion A sensor is close

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread W0MU Mike Fatchett
@gmail.com Cc: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net mailto:elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion A sensor is close to completion for the P3 which will do what you want i believe

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread hsherriff
/divdivCc: Vic K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com, Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net /divdivSubject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion /divdiv /divHarlen Yep. However i have just got more info in the last coupla days. Please ask Wayne or Eric as there is more updated info coming very soon

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread hsherriff
/divdivCc: Elecraft List elecraft@mailman.qth.net /divdivSubject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion /divdiv /divA sensor is close to completion for the P3 which will do what you want i believe. Perhaps you could ask Wayne for confirmation. Gary Vk1ZZ K3, KX3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT,P3. On 15

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Vic Rosenthal 4X6GP/K2VCO
I'm sure it would be easy to add a pickup to the sensor yourself. It could be done with a toroid transformer placed on the center pin of one of the coax connectors. On 14 Mar 2015 22:13, Jobst Vandrey wrote: I operate almost exclusively with digital modes so I would REALLY like to see a new

[Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Jobst Vandrey
I operate almost exclusively with digital modes so I would REALLY like to see a new feature on the W2 sensor module to allow a tektronix scope to be connected for my K3 so I can monitor the transmission envelope. I have the CP1 directional coupler minimodule but putting that in line makes for a

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion

2015-03-14 Thread Gary Gregory
: [Elecraft] W2 Watt meter suggestion A sensor is close to completion for the P3 which will do what you want i believe. Perhaps you could ask Wayne for confirmation. Gary Vk1ZZ K3, KX3, KPA500-FT, KAT500-FT,P3. On 15/03/2015 6:51 AM, Vic Rosenthal 4X6GP/K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com wrote: I'm

[Elecraft] W2 watt meter for sale

2015-02-16 Thread ab7r
Excellent condition with one standard sensor. $215 shipped CONUS. Tnx Greg AB7R __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

[Elecraft] W2 coupler

2015-01-13 Thread AB1DD
Greetings, I have a spare DCHF-2000a 1.8-54 MHz, 1- 2000W coupler for the W2. The watt meter I bought used came with 2, and I would rather have a vhf/uhf coupler. I'll trade even, or sell the HF coupler for $50.00. Please reply to AB1DD at ARRL dot NET . 73, Carl AB1DD Resistance is

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Directional Couplers

2015-01-05 Thread Vic Rosenthal 4X6GP/K2VCO
The 200W version has a low range that can measure power down to 0.1 watt. The minimum reading on the 2000W version is 1 watt. On 5 Jan 2015 10:12, David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote: I would have thought there is some difference, otherwise why go to the trouble of making two different models? -73

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Directional Couplers

2015-01-05 Thread David Ferrington, M0XDF
I would have thought there is some difference, otherwise why go to the trouble of making two different models? -73 de M0XDF On 4 Jan 2015, at 20:01, Michael Eberle mtebe...@mchsi.com wrote: Dan, With the 2000 watt coupler, you can still select either the 20 watt, 200 watt, or 2000 watt

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Directional Couplers

2015-01-04 Thread Michael Eberle
Dan, With the 2000 watt coupler, you can still select either the 20 watt, 200 watt, or 2000 watt scales. I doubt there would be any difference in resolution by using the 2000 watt coupler with the W2 set for the 200 watt scale. The manual specifies accuracy of +/- 0.5 dB typical for both

[Elecraft] W2 Directional Couplers

2015-01-03 Thread kg5eju
100 Watt station with 2 antenna. Need a second coupler of the W2. First one is 200 watt, and thinking of adding a 2000 watt coupler for the second (future proofing for possible linear). But, wondering if there is some accuracy/performance trade-off using a 2000 watt coupler on a 100 watt

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Directional Couplers

2015-01-03 Thread Phil Kane
On 1/3/2015 7:31 AM, kg5eju wrote: But, wondering if there is some accuracy/performance trade-off using a 2000 watt coupler on a 100 watt station? The FCC's standard for transmitter metering is the minimum normal reading cannot be less than 20% of the full scale reading for a linear-scale

[Elecraft] W2 200W RF Sensor for sale

2014-07-30 Thread Mike Morrow, W3QT
I recently (7 months ago) purchased a W2 wattmeter with both 200W and 2000W sensors because I was using two rigs. For what it is, the W2 is a nice addition to the shack. I've downsized to one rig, so I no longer need the 200W sensor. Selling for $75 shipped. If interested please contact me

[Elecraft] W2 Meter Question

2014-06-04 Thread K8JHR
Greetings - I recently assembled and installed the W-2 SWR/wattmeter. Background: I have several antennas. I have an A/B switch to select either a vertical, or one of several dipoles further selected using a remote coax switch. The sensor is on the branch with the vertical. I use a

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Meter Question

2014-06-04 Thread Vic Rosenthal
I understand that you have the sensor connected to the vertical permanently. But when you transmit on one of the other antennas, it reads a very high SWR, even though out of the circuit. What it sounds like is that the vertical is picking up RF from the dipoles. When they are selected, the

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Meter Question

2014-06-04 Thread Don Wilhelm
The wattmeter should be connected between the KPA500 and the KAT500 if you want to read a low SWR. The SWR that is seen by the KPA500 is the only thing that matters, and that would normally be 1.5 or less. Your connection (between the tuner and the antenna) will not change the SWR reading

[Elecraft] W2.exe Question

2014-04-28 Thread Chris Johnson
Is there a way to disable the W2.exe from scanning for W2. I have many virtual com ports on my computer, some of which are over the network, and it takes nearly one minute for it to timeout the scan on program launch. Is there any command line switches to make it not autoscan and try an

Re: [Elecraft] W2.exe Question

2014-04-28 Thread Don Wilhelm
Chris, Go into Setup and select the port that you want to use for the W2. That selection should be sticky. Once that port is selected, it will not scan for eligible ports. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/28/2014 3:15 PM, Chris Johnson wrote: Is there a way to disable the W2.exe from scanning for W2. I

Re: [Elecraft] W2.exe Question

2014-04-28 Thread Michael Walker
No, it isn't actually. It scans all com ports when start up. I can see it when it starts up on my remote base. Even when you have selected a port. I actually want a smaller version of the W2 so that it just shows 2 bars. Call it a 'compact' mode view. Mike va3mw On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at

Re: [Elecraft] W2.exe Question

2014-04-28 Thread XE3/K5ENS via Elecraft
Don maybe should have stated if you have a port selected that is available then it will not scan. Keith -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/W2-exe-Question-tp7588075p7588085.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

[Elecraft] W2 fault?

2014-04-23 Thread Steve Bunting
Hi everyone, I have a W2 Watt meter and 2KW sensor that I haven't used for some time. I loaned it out to a club mate who reported it DOA. The unit self-tests OK and I've swapped the 8 way RJ45 cable for an out of the packet new one. I've tested it thoroughly on my bench and have found a few

Re: [Elecraft] W2 fault?

2014-04-23 Thread Don Wilhelm
Steve, I would try another sensor before digging into the W2 proper. 73, Don W3FPR On 4/23/2014 8:43 AM, Steve Bunting wrote: Hi everyone, I have a W2 Watt meter and 2KW sensor that I haven't used for some time. I loaned it out to a club mate who reported it DOA. The unit self-tests OK and

Re: [Elecraft] W2 fault?

2014-04-23 Thread Michael Walker
I would send an email to supp...@elecraft.com with the details. They usually respond to me within hours. I know as I have been having issues with my KRC2 holding its mappings. Mike va3mw On Wed, Apr 23, 2014 at 9:07 AM, Don Wilhelm w3...@embarqmail.com wrote: Steve, I would try another

Re: [Elecraft] W2 fault?

2014-04-23 Thread Steve Bunting
Hi Don and list, I don't have access to another one, and don't really want to buy one just for that. Is there a UK based W2 owner who could loan me a coupler for quick test? Or I'll send my meter to you if that would be easier. All costs covered of course! Cheers Steve M0BPQ Steve, I would

[Elecraft] W2 Integration Question

2014-03-09 Thread Leon Begin
Need some help to un-confuse me. My current configuration is as follows: K3(P3)-W2-KAT500. I¹m days away from ordering my last upgrade, a KPA500 the Aux Cable set. I know that the W2 may not be a necessity now with the KPA500 built-in watt meter but I bought it, assembled it and it does balance

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Integration Question

2014-03-09 Thread Ian Kahn
I have and use the W2. It is fed by coax as follows: K3-KPA500-KAT500-W2-Antenna. It works great giving me a closer approximation of what the antenna looks like before it gets tuned by the KAT500. Hope this helps. Ian, KM4IK Roswell, GA km4ik@gmail.com On Mar 9, 2014 9:07 AM, Leon Begin

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Integration Question

2014-03-09 Thread Cady, Fred
...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ian Kahn Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2014 7:53 AM To: Leon Begin Cc: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 Integration Question I have and use the W2. It is fed by coax as follows: K3-KPA500-KAT500-W2-Antenna. It works great giving me a closer approximation of what

[Elecraft] W2 Integration Question

2014-03-09 Thread Leon Begin
Need some help to un-confuse me. My current configuration is as follows: K3(P3)-W2-KAT500. I¹m days away from ordering my last upgrade, a KPA500 the Aux Cable set. I know that the W2 may not be a necessity now with the KPA500 built-in watt meter but I bought it, assembled it and it does balance

[Elecraft] [W2] W2 on 630m band?

2014-02-22 Thread Jim Miller
The specs for the W2 only go down as far as the bottom of the 160m band. From the schematic it would appear that the only thing on the Low Power Sensor that might limit it would be the input sensing transformers. Will the unit work down on 630m with out loss of accuracy? Thanks jim ab3cv

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter not reading xv50 output

2014-01-24 Thread Bob KD7YZ
On 1/24/2014 02:44, John Marvin wrote: 1) ... Did you take note of SWR and reverse power using the W2 utility? 1.5:1 2) Did you build your XV50 or did you get a factory built version? W3FPR built and calibrated it. Final question. How were you generating the test signal and what mode

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter not reading xv50 output

2014-01-23 Thread Bob KD7YZ
On 1/22/2014 02:05, John Marvin wrote: Bob, You should try installing the W2 utility Just went and D/L. Thanks . XV-50 into a dummy-load: K3-DriveW2-UTil XV50 BarsW2-Box-LED 0.1mW drive 0.50W on W2 2 bars ((2W) 0 0.2mW drive 0.83W on W2 4 bars

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter not reading xv50 output

2014-01-23 Thread John Marvin
I'm not sure I can explain this. But it's possible the problem is a combination of two possible error sources: 1) I believe the XV50 leds are displaying power based on the voltage at the final stage, and is not using a SWR bridge to measure forward power. The W2 is measuring forward power, so

[Elecraft] W2 wattmeter not reading xv50 output

2014-01-21 Thread Bob KD7YZ
It's the correct sensor. The W2 reads the K3 output. But when it's cabled to the Elecraft 6m Transverter, there is no power reading. I sometimes see a few green LED's for 1.3 to 1.5 VSWR. Never a power reading. -- Bob KD7YZ http://www.qrz.com/db/KD7YZ www.denstarfarm.us/LGD

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter not reading xv50 output

2014-01-21 Thread John Marvin
Bob, You should try installing the W2 utility (obviously you need to connect your W2 to a computer via the USB/serial cable that came with the W2 in order to do this). It shows the SWR and forward power with more precision than you get with the led front panel display. It would be

[Elecraft] W2: Should my Hf-54mhz W2 be able to read my Elecraft XV50?

2014-01-20 Thread Bob KD7YZ
My Elecraft W2 nicely reads the K3 when screed into the output connector of the K3. However, when I attach the W2 to the back of the Elecraft XV50, which is currently delivering about 7 watts out according to the LED.s, then there is no reading on the W2 though the Range and Sensor LED's are lit

[Elecraft] W2 serial command questions

2014-01-19 Thread Pierfrancesco Caci
Hello, I'm playing with the serial commands for the W2 wattmeter. First question, how often can I poll it? My main loop polls for status, forward, reverse and swr, then waits for a keypress for 0.2 seconds. Is it safe to reduce to 0.1 s? Then, in the output of the 'i' command, bytes 2 and 8

Re: [Elecraft] W2 serial command questions

2014-01-19 Thread Vic Rosenthal K2VCO
I spoke to an Elecraft employee about bugs in the W2, and he confirmed that there are a number of them and that they are planning to come out with a new version of the firmware at some point (I don't want to say 'real soon now'). The manual IS incorrect about the alarm needing to be turned on

Re: [Elecraft] W2 serial command questions

2014-01-19 Thread Pierfrancesco Caci
Vic == Vic Rosenthal K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com writes: Vic I spoke to an Elecraft employee about bugs in the W2, and he confirmed Vic that there are a number of them and that they are planning to come out Vic with a new version of the firmware at some point (I don't want to say

Re: [Elecraft] W2 serial command questions

2014-01-19 Thread Vic Rosenthal K2VCO
I can't speak for Elecraft, but the conversation took place in the last couple of weeks. I also suggested that they add a net power display mode (forward - reflected) like the Alpha 4510 and Telepost LP-100A wattmeters have, since this more closely approximates what we understand as power

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter alarm function doesn't activate on hogh SWR

2013-12-29 Thread Ken Roberson
Vic, OK , Same here , And right when I'm setup to use that feature . 73 Ken K5DNL / WG2XXM On Saturday, December 28, 2013 10:43 PM, Vic Rosenthal K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com wrote: Hello folks, I sent this to Support, but they are probably resting up until Monday, so I thought I would

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter alarm function doesn't activate on hogh SWR

2013-12-29 Thread Vic Rosenthal K2VCO
Here is a reply that I received from another fellow on the reflector. I followed his advice and it solved the problem (it was a direct reply so I won't give his name or call, but I was very grateful for his help)! - You have to set the

[Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter alarm function doesn't activate on hogh SWR

2013-12-28 Thread Vic Rosenthal K2VCO
Hello folks, I sent this to Support, but they are probably resting up until Monday, so I thought I would ask here. Has anyone had this problem with the W2 wattmeter? I just assembled my unit. It seems to work correctly except that I can't enable the alarm function. 1. When I turn the W2

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea

2013-12-25 Thread Fred Smith
...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Vic Rosenthal K2VCO Sent: Tuesday, December 24, 2013 8:08 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea I just ordered a W2 wattmeter, haven't received it yet, and I already want to change something! It displays forward power and SWR. When the SWR is 1:1

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea

2013-12-25 Thread Milan Gütter, OK7GU
. And many other parameters. 73, MX and HNY2014 Milan, OK7GU www.ok7gu.com -- Message: 3 Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2013 18:08:17 -0800 From: Vic Rosenthal K2VCO k2vco@gmail.com To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea Message-ID

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea

2013-12-24 Thread kd7gc
For what it might be worth, my Power Master 2 from Array Solutions has an option called Net Power that does exactly what you want. 73 KD7GC Alan R. Downing Phoenix, AZ From: Vic K2VCO-2 [via Elecraft] [mailto:ml-node+s365791n7582024...@n2.nabble.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 24,

[Elecraft] W2 Wattmeter idea

2013-12-24 Thread Vic Rosenthal K2VCO
I just ordered a W2 wattmeter, haven't received it yet, and I already want to change something! It displays forward power and SWR. When the SWR is 1:1, then the power output of the transmitter is equal to the forward power. But when it is greater than 1:1, then the actual power output is the

[Elecraft] For Sale Elecraft W2 (F) Wattmeter 2 Hi-Power Sensors

2013-11-16 Thread Fred Smith
I have too many wattmeter's (7) from 1 mw-3 kw the W2 is a really nice meter for QRP to QRO. It matches my WM-2 QRP meter closely and the Alpha 4510 as far as accuracy goes as well as a Bird. This is a factory built unit (F) and list's for $299.95 with 1 sensor extra sensors are $99.95 both are

[Elecraft] W2 alarm tripping question

2013-11-10 Thread Charles Johnson
When my W2 is set to trip, or interrupt the PTT line, when the SWR rises above a preset level, the manual says to push the sensor or range button to reset the W2 and re-enable the PTT line. Problem is, I have to push the sensor or range buttons multiple times, usually four, to get the W2 to

[Elecraft] W2 Question

2013-10-25 Thread Richard Thorpe
On a particular band I use the K3’s internal antenna tuner to tune the SWR to 1.0-1 or so it says. I have a W2 attached inline and it reads an SWR of 1.7-1+ for the same setting. Which is correct? can the W2 readings be adjusted/reconciled with the readings on the K3? is there a problem?

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Question

2013-10-25 Thread Don Wilhelm
The internal tuner does not change the SWR on the feedline (at the output of the tuner). It will change the SWR that is at the input of the tuner, and that is the SWR indicated by the K3. The W2 is indicating the SWR at the tuner output (and that will not change with tuning). For those who

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Question

2013-10-25 Thread Rick Bates
The short answer is that they are both correct. Each measures the SWR AT THAT POINT in the system. Rick wa6nhc Tiny iPhone 5 keypad, typos are inevitable On Oct 24, 2013, at 11:00 AM, Richard Thorpe kis...@me.com wrote: On a particular band I use the K3’s internal antenna tuner to tune

Re: [Elecraft] W2 Question

2013-10-25 Thread Fred Jensen
On 10/24/2013 11:00 AM, Richard Thorpe wrote: On a particular band I use the K3’s internal antenna tuner to tune the SWR to 1.0-1 or so it says. I have a W2 attached inline and it reads an SWR of 1.7-1+ for the same setting. Which is correct? can the W2 readings be adjusted/reconciled with the

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM (Larry Royster)

2013-09-19 Thread Gerry McGowan
Hi, after carrying out on air tests with several K3-100s  I found that a PSK signal becomes unacceptably wide over about 48 Watts out (indicated on the K3 meter and/or a power meter). 80 Watts out would not get you any friends on a crowded band. Similarly, the internal 10 Watt amp starts to

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM (Larry Royster)

2013-09-19 Thread Gerald Manthey
Thank you for sharing your findings . I find on my K2/10 5 watts is good. On K2/100 and K3 25 watts is good. My KX3 is good at 4 watts , I think it is lower because max power is 10 watts. 73's Gerald On Sep 19, 2013 1:36 PM, Gerry McGowan m0...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi, after carrying out on air

[Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM

2013-09-18 Thread Larry Royster
I HAVE A WATT METER THAT SEEMS TO WORK OKAY, EXCEPT WHEN I FIRST TRANSMIT, USING PSK31 MODE. IT TAKES THREE OR FOUR TRANSMITS BEFORE IT INDICATES THE POWER LEVEL SHOWN ON MY K3, WHICH IS EITHER 40 OR 80 WATTS. I HAVE AN ELECRAFT POWER UNIT THAT IS IN THE CIRCUIT BT ON STANDBY. WHAT AM I

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM

2013-09-18 Thread Bill Frantz
Have you checked the ALC setting? You should have 4 bars of ALC showing when you transmit with the 5th bar flashing. You can use TX test mode to set the ALC without going out on the air. If you don't have the ALC set correctly, the K3 will start transmitting at less than the power it is set

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM

2013-09-18 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Frantz Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 2:47 PM To: Larry Royster Cc: elacraft reflrvto 2 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM Have you checked the ALC setting

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM

2013-09-18 Thread Michael Eberle
be using) and average. 73 Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Frantz Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 2:47 PM To: Larry Royster Cc: elacraft reflrvto 2 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM Have you

Re: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM

2013-09-18 Thread Hop - AC8NS
- Original Message - From: Larry Royster effectiveh...@bellsouth.net To: elacraft reflrvto 2 elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 5:37 PM Subject: [Elecraft] W2 PROBLEM I HAVE A WATT METER THAT SEEMS TO WORK OKAY, EXCEPT WHEN I FIRST TRANSMIT, USING PSK31 MODE

[Elecraft] W2 Sensor head Wanted

2013-09-13 Thread Trevor Dunne
Hi All I#x27;m looking for a 2KW sensor head for a W2 I just picked up, Please contact me off list if you have one for sale and are willing to post to Ireland, Thank Trevor EI2GLB __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-03 Thread Bill
-Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jim Bennett Sent: Monday, September 02, 2013 5:17 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station Currently my station includes a K3/100

[Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Jim Bennett
is the Elecraft W2. I'm not a big fan of a string of LED's for measurement of anything, as it simply does not give the resolution one would like to have. I dealt with that when I had the Elecraft KPA500 last year. Nice to look at, but not overly big on resolution. What I DO like about the W2

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Jim Bennett
OK - looks like maybe I jumped the gun, so to speak. I just went back into the archives and found several discussions on the W2; it appears that no one is ready to head off to the Elecraft HQ with pitchforks and burning torches. In fact, I didn't see any negative comments at all - only good

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Don Wilhelm
. The above equipment does not have the ability to display SWR or power output on 2 meters with the amplifier online. So, I've been looking at something to fill this gap. One option was the $80 MFJ-873 V/U meter. A second, much more expensive option is the Elecraft W2. I'm not a big fan of a string

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Buck k4ia
output on 2 meters with the amplifier online. So, I've been looking at something to fill this gap. One option was the $80 MFJ-873 V/U meter. A second, much more expensive option is the Elecraft W2. I'm not a big fan of a string of LED's for measurement of anything, as it simply does not give

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Don Wilhelm
Buck, I agree *if* one is interested in the SWR at the antenna side, but most are only concerned about the SWR that the transceiver or amplifier sees, and that is at the input to the tuner. Both the KPA500 and the KAT500 indicate the SWR between the PA and the tuner. Without the KPA500 and

Re: [Elecraft] W2 - Possible Addition to Station

2013-09-02 Thread Jim Bennett
Well, as I mentioned, I'm building the 80 watt amp from that QST article, and need a way to do the initial tuning procedure. Got to have some sort of watt meter, and the combination of SWR and Power (as most units provide) is desirable. I agree that the difference between a 1.2:1 and 1.4:1 SWR

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

2013-06-15 Thread Fred Smith
...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Selberg Sent: Friday, June 14, 2013 11:49 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter Greetings, Thinking of picking up the W2 wattmeter to go in the shack with the rest of my gear (and future K3 and KPA500some day). I was reading the reviews

[Elecraft] W2 users

2013-06-15 Thread David Bunte
I wonder if W2 users keep the utility up on your PC screen during normal operation, so you can see greater resolution of your pwr swr readings than the LEDs provide. Dave - K9FN __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] W2 users

2013-06-15 Thread Fred Smith
I do not have to many other things on 3 monitors running. -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of David Bunte Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2013 6:03 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] W2 users I wonder

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

2013-06-15 Thread Goldtr8 (KD8NNU)
-.- -.. ---.. -. -. ..- -Original Message- From: Stephen Selberg Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2013 12:48 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter Greetings, Thinking of picking up the W2 wattmeter to go in the shack with the rest of my gear (and future K3 and KPA500some day). I was reading

Re: [Elecraft] W2 users

2013-06-15 Thread NZ0T
I don't always keep the utility up but it's very useful when using an antenna tuner or amplifier because of the increased resolution. 73 Bill NZ0T -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/W2-users-tp7575281p7575285.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

2013-06-15 Thread NZ0T
Very happy with my W2. I have the 2KW coupler. Seems pretty accurate and the LED display is great for casual use. I don't always keep the display up on the computer but it's very useful when greater resolution than the LED display is desired. 73 Bill NZ0T -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter

2013-06-15 Thread Fred Smith
P3/SVGA--KPA500--KAT500--W2 -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of NZ0T Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2013 7:16 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] W2 wattmeter Very happy with my W2. I have

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