Re: [Elecraft] Uninterruptible Power Supply for K3S

2016-07-11 Thread Barry LaZar
, but you really don't need that feature. The size of the battery determines how long you can stay up without power. You only need enough power for a few minutes as you are using the battery as a buffer for noise and voltage spikes from lightning strikes and motors turning on and off. 73, B

Re: [Elecraft] Uninterruptible Power Supply for K3S

2016-07-11 Thread Barry LaZar
etween 113-136 MHz. You will be in AM mode. Turn off the squelch and ride around and see if you can find the source of some noise. It could be a few miles away from your antenna depending on how high your antenna is. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "John Sten

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 question

2016-07-13 Thread Barry Baines
control of the KAT500 with a iPhone or iPad. Hope this helps, Barry Baines, WD4ASW Westborough, MA > On Jul 13, 2016, at 6:40 PM, Jerry wrote: > > Thanks Rick and John, > > I asked the question because I have just bought the K3/0 Mini remote and I > would like to be a

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - communication failure after KIO3B upgrade

2016-07-16 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Carl Have you actually set RS232 to USB in the Config menu ? Just a thought. Barry VK2BJ On 17 July 2016 at 11:47, Carl Clawson wrote: > Thanks Lyle. I tried those things. If it's a cable problem then I must have > TWO defective cables, because feeding RS232 to the P3 and con

[Elecraft] Fwd: K3 - communication failure after KIO3B upgrade

2016-07-19 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Carl Did you get the KIO3B problem resolved ? Barry VK2BJ -- Forwarded message -- From: Barry Simpson Date: 17 July 2016 at 13:03 Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 - communication failure after KIO3B upgrade To: Carl Clawson Cc: Lyle Johnson , elecraft Hi Carl Have you

Re: [Elecraft] Field antenna tip

2016-07-25 Thread Barry LaZar
Wayne, What a novel solution! That's one that would never have occurred to me! Glad it worked! 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Wayne Burdick" To: "Elecraft Reflector" Cc: "k...@yahoogroups.com" Sent: 7/25/2016 3:45:53 PM Subject

Re: [Elecraft] Power has disappeared, additional info.

2016-07-27 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Chris It sounds as if you have put the rig into Test mode - the middle button on the far left of the front panel. Barry VK2BJ On 27 July 2016 at 21:34, Chris Kimball wrote: > Thanks to all who responded. Alas, the problem continues. > > Let me respond to the queries to date: &

Re: [Elecraft] comparing P3, LP-Pan, SDRPlay, others?

2016-07-28 Thread Barry LaZar
. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Bill W4ZV" To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: 7/28/2016 12:12:59 PM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] comparing P3, LP-Pan, SDRPlay, others? Elecraft mailing list wrote Re: If you want to point and click to EXACT frequencies, I rec

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 Band Tracking

2016-08-08 Thread Barry Simpson
u will get some strange effects. I also had a problem when the K3 to KPA500 suffered a broken conductor. So it could be either. The new leads from Elecraft are much better and more flexible than the ones originally available when the KPA500 first came out. 73 Barry VK2BJ On 8 August 2016 at 10:21

Re: [Elecraft] OT: The Heathkit clocks are back!

2016-08-08 Thread Barry Baines
‘clock’ maybe high, the “intrinsic value” (nostalgia and fun of building) probably makes it worthwhile to me. Thanks for the heads up. 73, Barry Baines, WD4ASW Westborough, MA > On Aug 8, 2016, at 12:03 PM, Ken G Kopp wrote: > > Likely of interest to many of us. > > w

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and inverter generators

2016-08-10 Thread Barry LaZar
concerned, just run the K3 off a 12 volt battery. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Ramon Tristani" To: "Elecraft Mailing List" Sent: 8/10/2016 10:46:55 AM Subject: [Elecraft] K3 and inverter generators I want to take my K3 out for portable use and also tra

Re: [Elecraft] K3 and inverter generators

2016-08-10 Thread Barry LaZar
Jim, Thanks for the pointer to the briefing. That's good input. We used the Honda 1000. We didn't seem to see anything on site from that particular generator. However, we could have. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Jim Brown" To: elecraft@

[Elecraft] FS: K3s and P3

2016-08-12 Thread Barry N1EU
I've got a like new K3s that I'm offering with or without a P3: http://swap.qth.com/search-results.php?keywords=Like+new+Elecraft+K3s+and+P3&fieldtosearch=titleordesc Please respond off-list. Thanks & 73, Barry N1EU _

Re: [Elecraft] RM-11708: CW and RTTY users please read

2016-08-21 Thread Barry LaZar
ARRL should be notified of your concern via mail or email, and before 1 October. The sooner the better. I have already done this. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Richard Thorne" To: "Elecraft Reflector" Sent: 8/21/2016 2:14:57 PM Subject: [Elecraft] R

Re: [Elecraft] KPod stopped working

2016-08-30 Thread Barry Simpson
or later ? Otherwise it will not work. Likewise you need to upgrade K3 Utility to 1.16.3.11 or later so you can program the K3 with macros. 73 Barry VK2BJ On 30 August 2016 at 05:03, Randy Lake wrote: > I just hooked up the Kpod and and get no response to any functions. I read > th

Re: [Elecraft] Recommended filters for Diversity Receive?

2016-09-01 Thread Barry LaZar
At one time there was a paper on the web page written by either Wayne or Eric ( I can't remember which) that had recommendations on filter selection. You might try and find it or get the author to republish. 73, Barry K3NDM -- Original Message -- From: "Jim Brown"

Re: [Elecraft] Remote AC power switch?

2016-09-13 Thread Barry Baines
as reconfigure the 4005i as necessary. Hope this helps, Barry, WD4ASW Westborough, MA > On Sep 13, 2016, at 11:04 AM, Jim Miller wrote: > > For those of you implementing remote operation: what are you using for an > IP accessed power switch? I need one port to control station A

Re: [Elecraft] erratic vfo

2016-09-19 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Chris How old is your K3 ? I built mine in 2008 (s/n 1397). It has all the "works" and I have recently upgraded it with all the new boards available. I have never experienced what you are suffering and I am running all of the latest firmware and a KPod. Barry VK2BJ On 19 Sept

Re: [Elecraft] DSP/Audio upgrade for K3

2016-09-20 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Grant It is the K3DSPUPGD board. It is buried away but only on the Spare Parts and Mod Kits page on the Elecraft website. I got one a few months ago when I upgraded my K3 with all the other new boards as well. 73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ On 20 September 2016 at 10:19, GRANT YOUNGMAN wrote

[Elecraft] K2 version A and B

2020-06-25 Thread barry halterman
Could someone tell me main differences between the version A and B for the K2? Is the version B being shipped now if ordered? Thanks Barry __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] K2 version A and B

2020-06-25 Thread barry halterman
Thanks for the reply Don. I tried to down load the instruction manual but get an error "page not found", so wasn't sure what mods were incorporated. Barry On Thu, Jun 25, 2020, 3:25 PM Don Wilhelm wrote: > Barry, > > All K2s above SN 3000 are revision B - and that

Re: [Elecraft] K2 LCD Backlight Diffuser

2020-07-12 Thread barry halterman
I too am building a K2, sn 7954. They are using a LED bar for the back light with a spacer instead of the cut off pcb material. The diffuser ends have cutouts that sit on the LED bars. Wonder where Elecraft found these gems Barry On Sun, Jul 12, 2020, 1:23 PM Don Wilhelm wrote: > Mur

Re: [Elecraft] K2 15K Resistor

2020-07-16 Thread barry halterman
Murry, in rf bag 2 should be that 15k. Barry On Thu, Jul 16, 2020, 11:16 AM Harlan Sherriff via Elecraft < elecraft@mailman.qth.net> wrote: > Not trying to be a smarty, but take a quick look at list of components in > each “accessory” building guide. > > Sent from my iPhone >

Re: [Elecraft] Matching resonant antennas

2020-07-17 Thread Barry LaZar
ely, use ladder line and a current balun. Elecraft tuners easily tune 10:1 SWR which contains system losses nicely. I have been doing this for a very long time and have achieved WAS, DXCC phone, DXCC CW, and DXCC digital, and, I'm 13 short on 80 of making 5BDXCC. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/

Re: [Elecraft] Matching resonant antennas

2020-07-17 Thread Barry LaZar
Ergo, they had a very low loss if using 10 meters which they didn't. They typically used frequencies below 18 MHz and a slug of power. Vy 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/17/2020 6:57 PM, Wes wrote: I wrote about some of this in my paper ARRL Antenna Compendium paper on ladder line 20 years ago. ht

Re: [Elecraft] Matching resonant antennas

2020-07-17 Thread Barry LaZar
d to reach out and touch people. :-) I have never used a beam, but I do have a KPA500 and matching tuner which I use primarily for working 100% duty cycle digital modes. All of my contesting and DX work has been at the 100 Watt level, except Field Day when I run QRP. So, good going and luck.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Issue

2020-07-19 Thread Barry Simpson
It sounds like an antenna connector problem . Sent from my iPhone > On 20 Jul 2020, at 02:53, w5...@comcast.net wrote: > > ok I'm going to be answering several of your suggestions at once here. > > First, when I powered off last night, I used the power button on the K3 > itself, I did not kil

[Elecraft] K2 RF power fluctuate

2020-07-26 Thread barry halterman
voltages back to the control board at Q8 Valc and found that the output voltage , at this point, varies by a few tenths of a mv, thus changing the drive power down the line, changing the output power that changes the Valc output. Round robin situation!! Anyone have a similar situation? Thanks Barry

[Elecraft] HR 50 cable set for sale

2020-07-28 Thread barry halterman
I currently have a new, never used, hardrock 50 cable set for the kx3/2 radios. This is the two interface cables and the db9 pcb with the jacks for easy hookup. Asking $25 includes shipping. Contact me off line kthre...@gmail.com if interested. Thanks for reading Barry K3bo

[Elecraft] KX3 surplus stuff available

2020-08-05 Thread barry halterman
audio umph. Asking $50 includes shipping. Thanks for reading Barry K3bo __ 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

[Elecraft] KAF2 wanted

2020-08-10 Thread barry halterman
Any surplus KAF2 audio filters anyone would want to part with, built or unbuilt? Barry __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] K4 Questions

2020-08-11 Thread Barry LaZar
d think it's a fantastic radio. 73, Barry K3NDM __ 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:/

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Questions

2020-08-14 Thread Barry LaZar
Bob,     Thanks much for the response. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/15/2020 12:01 AM, Bob Wilson, N6TV wrote: On Tue, Aug 11, 2020 at 5:51 PM Barry LaZar <mailto:barrylaz...@gmail.com>> wrote:  is the pan presentation fixed as to frequency span or can the frequency span be ad

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Questions

2020-08-15 Thread Barry LaZar
Bill, I really don't know. If it was posted, I missed it. 73, Barry K3NDM On Sat, Aug 15, 2020, 2:27 AM Nr4c wrote: > Barry > > Did I read months ago that I/Q might be available on USB? Or was it posed > as a question or suggestion? > > Sent from my iPhone > ..

Re: [Elecraft] K4 Questions

2020-08-15 Thread Barry LaZar
Grant, I know how you feel. It seems I'm missing a bunch of information. I guess it must be my advancing age. 73, Barry K3NDM On Sat, Aug 15, 2020, 11:53 AM Grant Youngman wrote: > I recall that Eric answered a question about that during one of the two 90 > minute Q&As at

Re: [Elecraft] Inverted L for 160 meters

2020-08-25 Thread Barry LaZar
Kevin,     Your instincts are right on. But, to answer your question the  radials do not need to be 130' long, but it is better than a shorter set. The inverted L represents a 1/4 wave over ground and needs the other half, the radials. But, here is where it gets a little tricky. 5 radials are

Re: [Elecraft] Inverted L for 160 meters

2020-08-25 Thread Barry LaZar
, what's the pattern. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/25/2020 8:21 PM, kevinr wrote: I am hearing quite a difference between my inverted V and my 1/4 wave over a ground plane.  For the last few weeks I've been hearing less noise on the vertical.  Enough less to pull more ops out of the noise. 

Re: [Elecraft] my KPA1500 and 160M

2020-09-03 Thread Barry Simpson
identified it from the subject heading and I have not read it. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/4051871 Best regards to both of you. Barry Simpson VK2BJ On Thu, 3 Sep 2020 at 16:18, Adrian wrote: > > Do you ever see slices of ferrite core used in capacitors, how do you > t

[Elecraft] KRC2 wanted

2020-09-06 Thread barry halterman
Anyone have a KRC2 in working condx willing to sell, built or unbuilt? Contact me off the forum please. Thx Barry __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

[Elecraft] K2 issue or is it?

2020-09-15 Thread barry halterman
not sure if this is more or less the nature of the beast Don't remember reading anything in the reviews about this oddity. Barry K3Bo __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

2020-11-20 Thread barry halterman
I will throw my two cents in on this. Quite frankly, I do not see how a K2 got the reviews it did over the years. I put one together in July to do something during lock down. After assembly, which was really a pleasure, and in two or three weeks after, I noticed a disturbing pop when tuning around

Re: [Elecraft] K2 purchase considered

2020-11-21 Thread barry halterman
Thank you Dave for the explanation on the reflector. I know there are a lot of K2 fans on here and I don't want to discourage anyone from a K2, nor do I want to say the K2 is not a fantastic radio. It is, except when tuning around strong signals. Barry On Sat, Nov 21, 2020, 1:51 PM Dav

Re: [Elecraft] K3 shortened dits - you can remedy this under N1MM+

2020-12-07 Thread Barry Simpson
several years ago but I was unable to attract any response. Kenwood does not have such an issue with any of their rigs including the TS890 which I own nor does my Ten Tec Orion 2. Of course all Icoms are awfully shortened in QSK but not so much in semi break in. Barry VK2BJ Sent from my iPhone

[Elecraft] Ten Tec Orion II and KPA500

2021-01-16 Thread Barry Simpson
compatible with both pieces of equipment or alternatively has anyone designed something home brew to achieve the purpose. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help. Barry Simpson VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] Fwd: Ten Tec Orion II and KPA500

2021-01-16 Thread Barry Simpson
Thank you so much to everyone who responded to my request for help as below. I have now been directed to the February 2014 issue of QST where there is an article by AD5X which is just what I was looking for. 73 Barry VK2BJ -- Forwarded message - From: Barry Simpson Date: Sun

[Elecraft] K2 / HR50 combo FS

2021-01-24 Thread barry halterman
the reflector. Thanks Barry K3BO __ 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.net Please

Re: [Elecraft] Difference between a K3 and a K3S

2021-01-25 Thread Barry Simpson
I bought everything to upgrade my 2008 dual receiver K3 to pseudo K3S status including a K3S style rubber ring for the main tuning knob 😊👍. Barry VK2BJ On Tue, 26 Jan 2021 at 09:10, Charlie T wrote: > There a LOT of differences between the K3 and the K3S. > Many are minor improvemen

[Elecraft] K2 and Hard rock amp package price reduction.

2021-02-05 Thread barry halterman
I am reducing my asking price of the K2, SN: 7954 and hard rock 50 amp. I will split them up if necessary. Neither have ATU's. K2 has the k2I/O and KFIL, asking $650. The HR50 asking $200. You pay shipping. Contact me off the reflector, please. Thanks. __

Re: [Elecraft] Unusual problem with KPA500

2021-02-15 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Marv Are your K3 settings the cause of the problem? It does not sound like a KPA500 problem. I am not sure where the KAT500 fits in. Barry VK2BJ On Mon, 15 Feb 2021 at 16:26, wrote: > My problem only occurs on 160 meters. If the KPA500 is in stand-by I > receive > no signals o

[Elecraft] K2 and RSP1

2022-12-29 Thread Barry H
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[Elecraft] K2 and RSP1

2022-12-30 Thread Barry H
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[Elecraft] K2 RX sensitivity

2023-07-30 Thread Barry H
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Re: [Elecraft] K3: New Inrad 500 hz filter

2008-12-23 Thread Barry N1EU
filter? > It IS a bit of a stretch to equate "Super-narrow" with 8-pole (vs 5-pole). On the other hand, Inrad deserves some sympathy as fewer new radios need their crystal filters these days. 73 & Happy Holidays, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.co

[Elecraft] Re: K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
In your config menu, did you set KRX3 ANT=BNC? When you press BSET ANT, do you see the displayed antenna change to AUX? 73, Barry N1EU >I've just installed my KRX3. All went okay. Although I do have a KAT3 installed, I chose the subreceiver's alternative antenna to be the BNC

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
u alternately see "MAIN" and "AUX" displayed when you toggle the BSET ANT switch and even when "MAIN" is displayed, you're certain that you are listening to the AUX antenna. I'm not sure what the issue is, other than a faulty relay or a mistake in the int

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
le between AUX and MAIN antenna for the subreceiver. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-QRP-output-power-level-tp1745497p1778652.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elec

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-24 Thread Barry N1EU
ly switches between Ant1/Ant2, which doesn't concern you. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-QRP-output-power-level-tp1745497p1796392.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. ___ Elecra

[Elecraft] Re: Elecraft Digest, Vol 56, Issue 39

2008-12-25 Thread Barry Middleton
Thank you Joe for the best wishes, I send all my best wishes to all at Elecraft and all owners of K1, K2 & K3s. Season Greetings and may 2009 bring you all that you desire. 73 de Barry G4DBS elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: Send Elecraft mailing list submission

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Subreceiver ANT selection doesn't work - always uses the AUX antenna

2008-12-25 Thread Barry N1EU
K2MK wrote: > > Maybe it's a bug in the code. The sub antenna can be changed from the main > display only not from the BSET display. > The sub antenna can definitely be changed from the BSET display by toggle pushing the ANT button. 73/MX, Barry N1EU -- View this message

Re: [Elecraft] KRX3 Problem

2008-12-27 Thread Barry N1EU
K8RDD wrote: > > It seems my second receiver has went deaf. . . Suggestions? > Check the filter configuration for the subreceiver. Use the K3 Utility and go to Configuration - Edit Crystal Filters - Sub Receiver. Make sure you have the correct filters enabled. 73, Barry N1EU --

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Memory Recall - Acting Like Band Select

2008-12-28 Thread Barry Simpson
memories 10 and upwards to select the number you want and then press V-M again. I hope this helps. 73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Macros (help setting narrow filters on SSB)

2008-12-28 Thread Barry N1EU
tomatically be selected when you set the width to 1.6Khz, as my K3 does. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Macros-%28help-setting-narrow-filters-on-SSB%29-tp2023341p2027434.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __

RE: [Elecraft] K3 Memory Recall - Acting Like Band Select

2008-12-28 Thread Barry Simpson
Jim My memory 0-9 is set to nor. I don't think you can select other than 0-9 via the keypad whichever config setting you are in. 73 Barry VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the

Re: [Elecraft] Automatic diversity configuration

2008-12-29 Thread Barry N1EU
p SUB, which will turn off the subreceiver. Tap SUB again to turn the subreceiver back on with diversity off. In other words, two taps will turn off diversity. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Automatic-diversity-configuration-tp2018985p2090322.html Sent

[Elecraft] K3 DVR

2008-12-29 Thread Barry Simpson
tions automatically removed or is there some further reconfiguration that needs to be done ? HNY to all. Barry Simpson VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. C

Re: [Elecraft] Mildly confused - Assumed filter width and what I see in waterfall do not match

2009-01-07 Thread Barry N1EU
u are seeing is normal - the limitation is the actual maximum bandwidth currently implemented in firmware. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Mildly-confused---Assumed-filter-width-and-what-I-see-in-waterfall-do-not-match-tp2115922p2122722.html Sent from the Elecra

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Banner not working

2009-01-09 Thread Barry Simpson
Paul I thought mine wasn't working but the text comes up on the VFO B readout and scrolls to the left. Are you sure that you are not missing it. 73 Barry VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscrib

Re: [Elecraft] K3 RIT Always On

2009-01-10 Thread Barry N1EU
sizes vary with mode (see VFO CRS), and are the same as the COARSE VFO tuning rates." 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Regarding-the-Power-On-Banner-tp2139469p2139705.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. _

Re: [Elecraft] K3: AGC misbehaving

2009-01-10 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Ralph and Elecrafters I believe I am experiencing the same issue as you as regards slow AGC. What happens with a strong CW station is that the s meter peaks then falls away rapidly for the first few characters before settling down. Is this what you are experiencing Ralph ? Barry Simpson

Re: [Elecraft] Utility of 1.8-KHz vs 2.1-KHz Filter for SSB?

2009-01-11 Thread Barry N1EU
for maximum intelligibility as you narrow the bandwidth. In ssb contests, I usually just set width narrow, adjust shift and leave the K3 there for the entire contest. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Utility-of-1.8-KHz-vs-2.1-KHz-Filter-for-SSB--tp2141819p214

[Elecraft] K3 - Wild Fan Action

2009-01-12 Thread Barry Pfeil
NU to leave CONFIG mode.  I tried transmitting (CW) with it set this way and it seems normal. 73, Barry, K6RM___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsu

[Elecraft] Apologies Re: K3 - Wild Fan Action

2009-01-12 Thread Barry Pfeil
Exactly, Ken.  Many apologies.  Somehow I just read the original question posting and scrolled up so fast I missed your reply.  How embarrassing!  Anyway, hope you both enjoy your K3s as much as I do mine! 73, Barry, K6RM   --- On Mon, 1/12/09, Ken Wagner K3IU wrote: From: Ken Wagner K3IU

[Elecraft] N1MM Logger support of K3

2009-01-17 Thread Barry N1EU
f our friends at Elecraft. 73, Barry N1EU ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft

[Elecraft] K3 KRX3

2009-01-22 Thread Barry Simpson
connections. Before I start delving into the rig again has anyone any suggestion where the problem might lie. I seem to recall someone else having a similar problem after installing the KRX3. Any input would be appreciated. Barry Simpson VK2BJ

[Elecraft] K3 KRX3

2009-01-22 Thread Barry Simpson
working great. Thanks again. Barry Simpson VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

[Elecraft] K2 Digital Interface v.ll.2

2009-01-23 Thread Barry Middleton
Is it possible to obtain a kit for this interface, I would prefer to purchase from the EU but also the USA if not available in the EU. Best wishes Barry G4DBS ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in 160 contest

2009-01-25 Thread Barry N1EU
for a large part of the contest. The K3 performed phenomenally, although QSK subrx audio was a bit noisy due to protection relay switching on/off (Beverage ants are 100-200ft away from tx antenna). 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-in-160-contest-tp22

[Elecraft] K3 temperature

2009-01-25 Thread Barry Simpson
ature issues with KRX3's installed as I do not recall seeing any postings on the subject. Barry Simpson VK2BJ ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. C

[Elecraft] K2 Digital Interface v.ll.2 Thanks

2009-01-26 Thread Barry Middleton
May I thank all those who replied to my enquiry for the interface, I have had a very kind offer from Doug N6TQS to supply me with a PCB. I always think of Elecraft and the owners of their products as a big happy family, long may this continue. 73 de Barry G4DBS

Re: [Elecraft] Impossible mission? USB with the 13khz filter for PSK31on Digipan

2009-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
receive mode. > > You will not see more than 4 KHz of audio in any mode. The > DSP includes a "brickwall" cut-off at 4200 Hz in SSB, DATA, > AM and FM with a lower (2800 Hz) cutoff in CW. > With LP-PAN and PowerSDR or Winrad you can open up the audio bandwidth

Re: [Elecraft] Impossible mission? USB with the 13khz filter for PSK31on Digipan

2009-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
d it and it seems that PowerSDR is limited to 10Khz and Winrad less than that, so LP-PAN evidently won't get you there either at this time. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Impossible-mission--USB-with-the-13khz-filter-for-PSK31-on-Digipan-tp2240355p2241518.h

Re: [Elecraft] Impossible mission? USB with the 13khz filter for PSK31on Digipan

2009-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
e the place to look. > Leigh, we're talking about audio output, not panadapter diplay width. Besides a panadapter display, the LP-PAN software will demodulate any displayed signal under user control and provide demodulated audio output. 73, Barry N1EU ___

Re: [Elecraft] PowerSDR-IF

2009-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
in the neighborhood of 6000hz, as indicated in the manual. The IF Freq will vary slightly if your roofing filter offset frequencies vary as you change modes and selectivity on your K3. FYI, there's an LP-PAN Yahoo User's Group. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.n

Re: [Elecraft] FM and AM Bandwidth

2009-01-30 Thread Barry N1EU
Lyle Johnson wrote: > > In the case of AM, we will be increasing the upper audio frequency > response. > This is good news Lyle. I've been starting to enjoy what a great SWL radio the K3 is and a little more bandwidth will make it even greater! 73, Barry N1EU -- Vie

Re: [Elecraft] FM and AM Bandwidth

2009-01-30 Thread Barry N1EU
On Fri, Jan 30, 2009 at 9:45 PM, wayne burdick wrote: > > On Jan 30, 2009, at 1:11 PM, Barry N1EU wrote: > >> Lyle Johnson wrote: >>> >>> In the case of AM, we will be increasing the upper audio frequency >>> response. >>> >> This is good

Re: [Elecraft] FM and AM Bandwidth

2009-01-30 Thread Barry N1EU
I'm seeing 4.1Khz max audio frequency on AM with my 6Khz roofing filter. Perhaps Lyle is working a little magic? 73, Barry N1EU On Sat, Jan 31, 2009 at 2:00 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: > > >> I'd love an excuse to spring for a 13Khz roofing filter ;-) > > The 13

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - Diversity Reception, Matched Roofing Filters

2009-02-01 Thread Barry N1EU
to your pc's sound card and run a spectrum analysis program. Check for symmetry in the passband response around your sidetone frequency (cw filters). Observe while varying the offset. A small amount of asymmetry is no problem but it shouldn't be noticeably skewed to one side. (set K3 d

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 58, Issue 1 K2 replacement battery

2009-02-01 Thread Barry Middleton
Hello Steven, Have you looked on Strikalite's web site as they do a range of batteries for all types of equipment including sealed lead acid. 73 de Barry G4DBS elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: > Send Elecraft mailing list submis

Re: [Elecraft] K3 AM reception

2009-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
Wes Stewart wrote: > > For the second plot, *nothing* has been changed except the AGC button was > toggled to "Fast." > > http://k6mhe.com/n7ws/K3_AGC_Fast.jpg > Very interesting - looks like an 80hz signal from somewhere is mixing with the fundamental. 73, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] CW Pitch

2009-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
hange the passband. It will attenuate the level of the cw signal as the passband moves away from the sidetone frequency, but it won't change the pitch. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/CW-Pitch-tp2256863p2258090.html Sent from the Elecraft mailin

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Narrow CW Filter

2009-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
This will deliver the effect you are looking for. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-Narrow-CW-Filter-tp2258338p2258918.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft ma

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest,Web site slow to load

2009-02-04 Thread Barry Middleton
Hello Srewart, I am on ntlworld.com and I have just checked my down load speed 11.07Hrs 04/02/2009 and it is very fast, no delay at all. Maybe you have a problem somewhere in the system. 73 de Barry G4DBS K2/100 owner. elecraft-requ

Re: [Elecraft] K3 AF Limiter needs higher threshold

2009-02-06 Thread Barry N1EU
llers were getting compressed together unless I > continuously rode the rf gain control. > Dave, by "max slope" do you mean maximum or minimum setting of CONFIG: AGC SLP? You'll get minimum compression with AGC SLP=0 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n

[Elecraft] K3 external qro keying line

2009-02-12 Thread Barry, Stephen
I'm a long time builder/operator of an early K2 (s/n 377) and have considered going for the K3/10. I would use my SB220 occasionally for more power since I can get approx. 200 watts with 12 watts in. The question I have is there a PA key line available from the basic K3? Or, is that circuit

Re: [Elecraft] K3: activating sub receiver disables tx ?

2009-02-14 Thread Barry Simpson
Hi Dave I do not have the problem you are experiencing. My K3 works fine in split in transmit with the sub receiver on. I hope you find the problem. 73 Barry VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

[Elecraft] Dynamic Mics on K3

2009-02-14 Thread Barry Pfeil
Thanks to Jim (K9YC) and others for the info on your EQ settings.  I'm curious if you have to set all these back to "flat" for operating data modes that are actually using SSB (like PSK & AFSK).  Or are they bypassed when you change main mode

Re: [Elecraft] Listen to both VFO A and B at the same time

2009-02-15 Thread Barry N1EU
W0MU Mike Fatchett wrote: > > Is this possible without the 2nd receiver? > No -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Listen-to-both-VFO-A-and-B-at-the-same-time-tp2330413p2330532.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com.

[Elecraft] K3: Configuring N1MM to send CW

2009-02-17 Thread Barry Pfeil
the radio when you wouldn't want it to be keyed.  I'm using a USB-to-Serial converter and that may makes things worse (or better?).   73, Barry, K6RM__ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/lis

[Elecraft] K3 quirks

2009-02-23 Thread Barry Simpson
ps to 2.9kHz. Then when I turn the Width control to the right, the maximum bandwidth is 5kHz. I press XFIL again and it shows the 6kHz filter. I think I am missing something . 73 Barry Simpson VK2BJ NB is the 5kHz readout just one sideband so that the real width is

Re: [Elecraft] K3 receiver desensing on CW during contest

2009-02-23 Thread Barry N1EU
I could work off the s8+ callers (thanks to SLP 0), but was eventually left with a sea of "mush". I easily could read the first character or two of the early callers but they were soon swallowed up by the "mush". It was impossible to pick out an individual caller, even after

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