Re: [Elecraft] 250hz Filter - Audio drops

2011-01-03 Thread Barry N1EU
? That's what you need to do. Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/250hz-Filter-Audio-drops-tp5886974p5887162.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Matching 5 pole filters in main and KRX3

2011-01-03 Thread Barry N1EU
No, you need to use the same offset values for the same filter position in the main and sub receivers. If the marked offsets aren't too far apart, you can use the average of the two values for both receivers. That works fine for my 500hz and 200hz 5-pole filters. 73, Barry N1EU k5oai wrote

[Elecraft] K3 line out

2011-01-15 Thread Barry N1EU
both L R channels. The subreceiver audio comes through fine on the right channel when it's turned on. Can some other folks please check their K3 line out and please let me know if you hear the same thing? Perhaps this is by design. Thanks 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http

Re: [Elecraft] K3 line out

2011-01-15 Thread Barry N1EU
KK7P wrote: You can set Line Out=Phones and get the audio mixer, but the output level will also vary with the AF Gain control in that case. Beautiful - thanks Lyle (for the response and for coding the feature)! 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2

Re: [Elecraft] Line Audio Output Mod

2011-01-19 Thread Barry N1EU
Dave, which part of the instructions indicate your board needs the mod? The Elecraft Web site says K3's before: about Oct 7, 2008, about S/N 1900 The revision marked on your board has no bearing on this. Boards needing the mod will measure 604 ohms at R19 and R20 as Joe mentioned. 73, Barry

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Lin Out -- Need a hint for trouble-shooting

2011-01-20 Thread Barry N1EU
John, I would double check the filter configuration of your K3 using the K3 Utility under Configuration - Configure Crystal Filters 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Lin-Out-Need-a-hint-for-trouble-shooting-tp5943511p5943684.html Sent from

Re: [Elecraft] [k3] Audio distortion on strong CW signals - after a while

2011-01-23 Thread Barry N1EU
Pete, please try and record a .wav file when your rig is doing this so we can all hear Barry N1EU Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: after a few minutes, the audio becomes distorted -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/k3-Audio-distortion-on-strong-CW-signals

[Elecraft] WTB: KFL3B-FM 13Khz filters for K3

2011-01-23 Thread Barry N1EU
I'm looking to purchase one or two KFL3B-FM 13Khz filters for my K3. I'll pay cash or work out a trade involving my KFL3A-500 500hz filters or various Ten-Tec filters if you can use those. Please reply direct via email. 73, Barry N1EU

Re: [Elecraft] APF ringing

2011-01-24 Thread Barry N1EU
centered in the K3 rx passband. The over powering and ringing is by design, to make it effective in popping those tuned-in weak signals out of the noise. The APF was never intended to be left engaged while tuning the band. 73, Barry N1EU Bob Lanning wrote: Is there away for the user to adjust

Re: [Elecraft] K3: APF effectiveness

2011-01-25 Thread Barry N1EU
further out of the noise than that phantom signal. It just demands a little practice and patience along with fine tuning. If someone wants a lower Q APF with less gain, they should try a dsp width of 50hz without APF. 73, Barry N1EU Ralph Parker wrote: ...perhaps less gain and a little wider BW

Re: [Elecraft] APF

2011-01-26 Thread Barry N1EU
Okay, what version of firmware has the original APF that worked better for you guys? I'll try and run a spectral comparison of the two and post the results. I'm skeptical that there's a difference but I'm willing to give it a go. Barry N1EU juergen piezo wrote: I like you cant get

Re: [Elecraft] APF

2011-01-26 Thread Barry N1EU
magenta and green plots are taken with width = 200hz aqua and yellow plots are taken with width = 100hz Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/APF-tp5963894p5964669.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] APF measurements: FW 4.17 better results by 2 dB

2011-01-27 Thread Barry N1EU
I'll check the APF in 4.16 after work and see if it's any different. Barry N1EU On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 7:58 PM, Steve Ellington [via Elecraft] ml-node+5967599-613958550-2...@n2.nabble.comml-node%2b5967599-613958550-2...@n2.nabble.com wrote: FW pre-beta 4.16 release was actually the first

Re: [Elecraft] APF measurements: FW 4.17 better results by 2 dB

2011-01-27 Thread Barry N1EU
4.16 APF has the same response curve as all the other versions. BArry N1EU On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 8:16 PM, Barry N1EU barry.n...@gmail.com wrote: I'll check the APF in 4.16 after work and see if it's any different. Barry N1EU On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 7:58 PM, Steve Ellington [via Elecraft

[Elecraft] mini coax jumpers (aka TMP cables)

2011-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
of these together? Thanks 73, Barry N1EU __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] mini coax jumpers (aka TMP cables)

2011-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
Thanks guys! Anybody happen to have two TMP sockets lying around or alternately a 14in or longer cable with a TMP plug on one end (I would solder the other end temporarily for test purposes)? Thanks 73, Barry N1EU Amateur Radio Operator N5GE wrote: The Type Name is TMP Connectors

[Elecraft] K3 APF - Turning it on

2011-02-02 Thread Barry Pfeil
beta incarnation but these instructions sound right. 73, Barry K6RM __ 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

Re: [Elecraft] The APF feature of the K3.

2011-02-04 Thread Barry N1EU
see http://n1eu.com/K3/K3_apf.htm Geoffrey Mackenzie-Kennedy wrote: Do you know if any plot of the frequency response K3's APF exists, or any similar data about its bandwidth at different levels of attenuation, and is its response peaky? -- View this message in context:

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Service and TRX-Manager

2011-02-09 Thread Barry N1EU
Of course I meant to say they've developed TRX-PAN jointly (not TRX-Manager). Barry N1EU wrote: Actually, N8LP deserves a good share of the credit along with F6DEX. They've developed TRX-Manager jointly. -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Service

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Service and TRX-Manager

2011-02-09 Thread Barry N1EU
-Manager jointly. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Service-and-TRX-Manager-tp6010023p6010069.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft at the Orlando ARRL Hamcation this weekend

2011-02-11 Thread Barry Pfeil
expecting to see me it was fun to see his little double-take when he did and admitted to wondering for a millisecond if he had REALLY just traveled 2500 miles :-) It's a pretty decent show - check it out if you can, 73, Barry K6RM

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Screen displays ERR PTT msg

2010-01-13 Thread Barry N1EU
Make sure the PTT-KEY config menu setting is OFF-OFF 73, Barry N1EU David Windisch wrote: SN28XX, V3.68 firmware, re-loaded several times to no avail. Other than rtm and reading the archives, I've not a clue why this is happening. I've followed the steps in the manual to no avail

Re: [Elecraft] Preparing for the Build of the K3 Kit S/N 3823

2010-01-13 Thread Barry N1EU
Steve, a while back a compilation of kit building tips was posted on the K3 Wiki at http://www.zerobeat.net/mediawiki/index.php/K3_Kit_Building I think many of the tips are still quite good and relevant. 73, Barry N1EU KC2VNI wrote: I thank you in advance for whatever suggestions you may

[Elecraft] K3 ESSB macro

2010-01-17 Thread Barry N1EU
Can someone please confirm: it is possible to toggle the TX ESSB on/off value via macro (mn096;swt11;mn255;) but it is impossible to set it to a known value of on or off ? Thanks/73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-ESSB-macro-tp4409916p4409916.html Sent

Re: [Elecraft] K3 ESSB macro

2010-01-17 Thread Barry N1EU
Yes, but you can't embed a conditional statement in a macro so being able to read the current ESSB state doesn't help. So under the constraints of macro coding, how to turn ESSB on/off independent of current state of ESSB? Tnx/73, Barry N1EU On Mon, Jan 18, 2010 at 12:15 AM, Greg

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Amplifier suggestions?

2010-01-19 Thread Barry N1EU
). Perhaps the most overblown non-issue I can recall in the past year, debated to death on the Acom reflector. Bottom line: NOS tubes are still readily available for $150 on eBay. If I were buying a new amp today, I wouldn't hesitate to go with 4cx800's. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message

Re: [Elecraft] Delay in monitor audio - it aint there!

2010-01-22 Thread Barry Simpson
Walt It certainly is a problem for me and others I have corresponded with. Hopefully Elecraft will rectify it so that we can hear ourselves in real time. Barry VK2BJ -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Lu

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Howto install Beta firmware?

2010-01-27 Thread Barry Pfeil
and found  http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_beta_release_instructions.htm   I never could find a link to this from the main site pages - maybe it's hidden on purpose? 73, Barry, K6RM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

[Elecraft] K3 1.5Khz filter user?

2010-01-29 Thread Barry N1EU
a high quality passband plot and post for all to see. Thanks 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-1-5Khz-filter-user-tp4479529p4479529.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] Popping out of diversity mode

2010-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
for the K3 subrx. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Popping-out-of-diversity-mode-tp4496550p4500937.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http

Re: [Elecraft] Attenuator and RF Gain Settings

2010-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
My experience jibes well with Jim's. Gain throttling is imperative to get more than mediocre results using the K3: http://n1eu.com/K3/K3_agcgain.htm 73, Barry N1EU Jim Brown-10 wrote: On Sun, 31 Jan 2010 14:23:33 -0500, Brian Machesney wrote: For the first time, I turned on the K3's ATT

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in CQ 160 CW Contest

2010-02-02 Thread Barry N1EU
European station after another after another that was closely adjacent to s9++ US stations. Simply incredible performance from the K3 rx and great testimony to the AGC-off school of operating. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-in-CQ-160-CW-Contest

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-06 Thread Barry N1EU
into a beautiful symphony of distinct signals of varying levels. What has worked well for me is AGC off (although AGC on works fine as well), high isolation headphones, and the gain throttling techniques (most important) described by K3NA, W4ZV, myself, and others. 73, Barry N1EU (http://n1eu.com) -- View

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-06 Thread Barry N1EU
Barry N1EU wrote: You need to maximize your rf/af dynamic range - that is what is going to turn that mush into a beautiful symphony of distinct signals of varying levels. What has worked well for me is AGC off (although AGC on works fine as well), high isolation headphones, and the gain

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Doug Turnbull wrote: Barry, Sorry but what do you mean by 'high isolation headphones'. Would the Heil Pro-Set Plus do? I'm only familiar with the Pro Set and that really doesn't have the level of isolation needed, as Bill said. I researched what drummers are using during live

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
ATT on, PRE off, reduced RF Gain), wouldn't AGC Threshold be effectively raised? 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-in-a-cw-pileup-needs-work-tp4523884p4529079.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
at lower rf levels (thus all the talk of gain throttling). 73, Barry N1EU Guy, K2AV wrote: This is true, but seems to be a VERY hard point to get across. Running excess gain in RF/IF strip is at the root of some number of complaints. On Sun, Feb 7, 2010 at 8:22 AM, Barry N1EU barry.n

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
audio level of stronger signals. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-in-a-cw-pileup-needs-work-tp4523884p4529522.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Barry N1EU wrote: If you simply raise AGC Threshold, you will have to lower AF Gain or risk overly loud audio from stronger signals. I just realized that the above wording might have caused confusion. What I meant by raising AGC Threshold was to change the firmware to accommodate

Re: [Elecraft] K3 in a cw pileup - needs work

2010-02-07 Thread Barry N1EU
Barry N1EU wrote: If you simply raise AGC Threshold, you will have to lower AF Gain or risk overly loud audio from stronger signals. I just realized that the above wording might have caused confusion. What I meant by raising AGC Threshold was to change the firmware to accommodate

Re: [Elecraft] K3 DSP AGC Question

2010-02-08 Thread Barry N1EU
output from them? Why would you folks sell a headset that does not complement the K3? I am really disappointed. I routinely use a 200-ohm Pro Set for ssb plugged into the headphone jack and it works like a charm. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-in-a-cw

Re: [Elecraft] AGC DSP Rain Dance

2010-02-09 Thread Barry N1EU
Actually, I think Paul was just joking ;-) 73 Barry N1EU Philippe Trottet wrote: Where is the Ham spirit, even if we are not able today to do our own equipment as during the past. Modern Hams became lazzy because technology give us everything on a plate without any efforts ! pd0psb

Re: [Elecraft] W9OY on P3

2010-02-19 Thread Barry N1EU
about the K3. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/W9OY-on-P3-tp4596769p4598445.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] N1MM SO2V and slow TX focus switching?

2010-02-21 Thread Barry N1EU
the function key (out of habit) and this eliminates the delay. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-N1MM-SO2V-and-slow-TX-focus-switching-tp4606835p4606934.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com

Re: [Elecraft] K5ZD on K3

2010-03-01 Thread Barry N1EU
Jorge Diez - CX6VM wrote: Very interesting... So that´s means . . . Yes, the long and short of it is that it benefits both a running and SP contester to use a K3. Further discussion probably best takes place on the CQ-Contest reflector where Randy posted. 73, Barry N1EU -- View

Re: [Elecraft] K3 - 'High Isolation Headphones'

2010-03-02 Thread Barry N1EU
toward maximizing dynamic range with AGC off. On the other hand, the CM500 seems quite good indeed for normal operation with AGC on and the microphone gets great audio reports. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-High-Isolation-Headphones-tp4530272p4663966

[Elecraft] Why is ssb width sometimes 2.75, 2.65, 2.55 and sometimes 2.80, 2.70, 2.60 ???

2010-03-05 Thread Barry N1EU
Sometimes my ssb width varies like 2.75, 2.65, 2.55 etc and sometime it varies like 2.80, 2.70, 2.60 etc What controls the least sig digit as 5 or 0 Tnx/73, Barry N1EU __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman

Re: [Elecraft] Why is ssb width sometimes 2.75, 2.65, 2.55 and sometimes 2.80, 2.70, 2.60 ???

2010-03-05 Thread Barry N1EU
FYI, Wayne responded with: Quantization (round off) is impacted by SHIFT and WIDTH settings. Making it consistent is on my list. -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/Why-is-ssb-width-sometimes-2-75-2-65-2-55-and-sometimes-2-80-2-70-2-60-tp4682994p4683264.html Sent from the

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] FT-5000 vs. K3

2010-03-12 Thread Barry N1EU
Tony Morgan wrote: Got one. The FT5K is back in the box and the K3 is on the desk. Please elaborate. Tnx, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/OT-FT-5000-vs-K3-tp4716860p4721843.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com

[Elecraft] Re K2 New builder

2010-03-14 Thread Barry Middleton
. Barry G4DBS __ 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 help support

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Assembly question

2010-03-18 Thread Barry Simpson
My washer was equally loose so I put an extra one in to fill the gap. Then it fitted very snug. Barry VK2BJ __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] AM Bandwidth

2010-03-22 Thread Barry N1EU
. Not here. I've consistently measured (with SpectraPLUS) 4Khz audio bandwith on my K3 in AM with 6Khz filter and width control indicating 5Khz. I've always had 4Khz wide rx audio in AM - am I the only one? 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/K3-AM-Bandwidth

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] AM Bandwidth

2010-03-22 Thread Barry N1EU
Barry N1EU wrote: Not here. I've consistently measured (with SpectraPLUS) 4Khz audio bandwidth on my K3 in AM with 6Khz filter and width control indicating 5Khz. I've always had 4Khz wide rx audio in AM - am I the only one? I should have mentioned that this is in normal AM mode

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] FT-5000 vs. K3

2010-03-23 Thread Barry N1EU
Bjorn wrote: And some videos revealing the lower grade second RX in diversity The video didn't show a lower grade second rx - it just showed that there was a phase difference between the two receivers. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/OT-FT-5000-vs-K3

Re: [Elecraft] [OT] FT-5000 vs. K3

2010-03-23 Thread Barry N1EU
parameter at a time within those compartmental displays. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/OT-FT-5000-vs-K3-tp4716860p4784832.html Sent from the [K3] mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing

[Elecraft] KRC2 Problem

2010-03-24 Thread Barry Horning
to the KRC2 and the KRC2 no longer works (LED on bright all the time) Any Thoughts? Barry GM4TOE __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post

Re: [Elecraft] 6 meter beam - OT

2010-03-29 Thread Barry Pfeil
://www.flickr.com/photos/k6rm/ under the DTV Special heading as well as the CM86 and Kings County Expedition headings. GL 73, Barry K6RM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] 2.7 vs 2.8

2010-04-12 Thread Barry N1EU
? If there's a single offending station, using the shift control with a 2.8Khz-8pole filter will be just as effective as with a 1.8Khz-8pole filter in minimizing the interference since the slopes are similarly steep. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://n2.nabble.com/2-7-vs-2-8

Re: [Elecraft] Slightly OT K2 sales targeted

2010-05-12 Thread Barry Middleton
it the K1.1 Hi. 73 to all Elecrafters Barry G4DBS K2/100 6*** __ 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

[Elecraft] Heil Goldline Mics

2010-05-15 Thread Barry Pfeil
For my two HC4-equipped headsets I use very close to the same K3 settings that John, W1QS posted and I get similar results.  But I don't understand TX Equalizer= flat with 6 dB boast. John, do you mean you boost all ranges by 6 dB?  Or??? Thanks and 73, Barry K6RM

[Elecraft] K3 ATU

2010-05-30 Thread Barry Simpson
The ATU has started to behave strangely since I upgraded to the latest firmware. Most times when I start keying after a QSY, there is the click of a relay then the ATU icon goes off momentarily and then returns. Anyone else experiencing this issue ? Barry VK2BJ

[Elecraft] K2/100 Distortion on 80M

2010-05-30 Thread Barry Middleton
with only the PSU and dummy load connected. Would I be right in thinking I may have a bad soldered lead on the 80m band pass filters that could cause this problem or should I look somewhere else. I build this K2/100 myself. Thank you for any help you can give me, 73 de Barry G4DBS

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Firmware V3.99

2010-05-31 Thread Barry N1EU
. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-Firmware-V3-99-tp5121572p5122414.html Sent from the Elecraft mailing list archive at Nabble.com. __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 SSB operating notes

2012-04-20 Thread Barry LaZar
the spectrum to 15 and 17 and really do some gee whiz things. It really is a lot of fun. And, like he says It's like stealing home. 73, Barry K3NDM On 4/20/2012 12:17 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Believe it or not, every once in awhile I get a break from firmware/ manuals/etc. and actually get

Re: [Elecraft] HAM GATHERING SIGNATURES ON PETITION

2012-04-23 Thread Barry LaZar
/helpful during disasters that apparently the commission has chosen to review its past decision. I'm not aware of what kicked this off, but it sure is about time. 73, Barry On 4/23/2012 3:26 PM, Scott Manthe wrote: While that may be true in some kind of libertarian fantasy land, in reality the FCC

Re: [Elecraft] looking for a open source waterfall/pabadepter display for the KX3. any ideas

2012-04-25 Thread Barry LaZar
I think I would try PowerSDR-IQ. It has all sorts of handy capabilities. It will take the I and Q data from any source. There is a DLL that will allow it to interface with the K3. Therefore, I'm guessing that it should work with the KX3. 73, Barry K3NDM On 4/25/2012 3:42 PM, Jussi Eloranta

Re: [Elecraft] A Success Story

2012-04-27 Thread Barry LaZar
be a leader in the world of what you can put into a small package and have it mean something. I have no idea where you can go from here, but wherever it is, I suspect it will be interesting. Vy 73, Barry K3NDM On 4/27/2012 11:48 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Dick, Thanks for this little anniversary

Re: [Elecraft] PACTOR iii

2012-04-29 Thread Barry LaZar
everything you wanted to know, but were afraid to ask starting on the Winlink web site. 73, Barry K3NDM On 4/29/2012 7:20 PM, ussv dharma wrote: eVERY ASPECT OF HAM radio is not for all hams.I do not do jf65However that said, Pactor III is a godsend for us hams that are cruising

Re: [Elecraft] PACTOR iii

2012-04-30 Thread Barry LaZar
on this issue. So, all of you boaters, campers, etc, who want to use WINLINK for free vice SAILMAIL for some cost, go for it.. 73, Barry K3NDM On 4/30/2012 1:45 PM, Sandy wrote: I haven't read the new part 97 yet, but by the old rules, it seems to me that internet access via amateur radio, unless

Re: [Elecraft] Best add on for K3

2012-05-23 Thread Barry Pfeil
(that includes me) I think the KDVR is great. It sounded like you meant internal add-ons, but if you include external equipment, the P3 has to be the first choice, IMHO. 73, Barry K6RM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

[Elecraft] K3 KDVR Macros (was Best add on for K3)

2012-05-24 Thread Barry Pfeil
unfamiliar with N1MM) at the moment so I don't know if it shows use of the second bank or not. If not, maybe be Iain has looked at the use of the second bank of memories? 73, Barry K6RM __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] K3 KDVR Macros (was Best add on for K3)

2012-05-24 Thread Barry Pfeil
Sorry about the link. The following word got caught in it. Should be just http://www.dseven.org/ar/n1mm-kdvr3http://www.dseven.org/ar/n1mm-kdvr3courtesy 73, Barry AB1OD said I would be extremely interested in seeing what the CAT commands or N1MM macros look like if both banks are in use. I

Re: [Elecraft] KX3

2012-05-24 Thread Barry LaZar
I ordered mine on the 28th just after noon local eastern time. I haven't seen a thing since. I'm beginning to believe I got lost along the way. Barry K3NDM On 5/24/2012 2:24 PM, William Levy wrote: I ordered my KX3 on day 1. However I was late as the email went out at night and I woke up, saw

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Field Day observations

2012-06-25 Thread Barry LaZar
happened. I have a real question. What do I really need to find to improve our operation??? I really need to ask even though I'm sure I can fine the answer in the manual, but I'm still brain dead from the weekend. Vy 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/25/2012 3:29 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Did you find about

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Field Day observations

2012-06-26 Thread Barry LaZar
for this oversight. I suggest every CW operator who has this feature on his radio, whether using a KX3 or not, to use it. It really can clean up noisy signals. Sure wish we had you on our site. Vy 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/25/2012 3:29 AM, Wayne Burdick wrote: Did you find about about APF in time to use it during

[Elecraft] KX3 and NaP3

2012-06-28 Thread Barry LaZar
. However, I still like the match up and suggest KX3 owners have a go at trying this. The offset issue can be addressed by noting them and putting them in manually, at least for the time being. Having the receiver I/Q available seems to have proved a seriously good idea. 73, Barry K3NDM

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 and NaP3

2012-06-28 Thread Barry LaZar
, and other than the offset issue, it really is nice. I'll fix the offset problem and function correctly. It is good to read that there is someone else to likes to play.:-) 73, Barry K3NDM On 6/28/2012 3:06 PM, Igor Sokolov wrote: Barry, I am using KX3 +NaP3+LP bridge + TR4W logger and have

[Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-06 Thread Barry Garratt
When I hit the ATU TUNE button this evening the tuner sounded like it was doing something but instead of the usual display of VSWR as it tuned there were only two dash lines. The problem is not band dependent. Anyone ever seen this before and if so what was the cure? Thanks. Barry KS7DX

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-07 Thread Barry Garratt
Hi Dave, Thanks for the info. It looks like mine will be heading back to the factory also. Have a great day. Barry KS7DX From: Dave Van Wallaghen [mailto:dvanwallag...@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2012 5:36 AM To: Barry Garratt Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT3

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-07 Thread Barry Garratt
No not in test mode and TX INH is off Dave. Barry KS7DX -Original Message- From: Dave Van Wallaghen [mailto:w8...@comcast.net] Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2012 6:11 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem BTW - some of the obvious things to check first would

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-07 Thread Barry Garratt
Hey Dave, I'll try that and report back but I'm getting the feeling it's going to back to the factory. Regards, Barry KS7DX -Original Message- From: Dave Van Wallaghen [mailto:w8...@comcast.net] Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2012 9:15 AM To: Barry Garratt Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-08 Thread Barry Garratt
Hi Tom, Yes I'll talk to Gary before I send anything back to the factory. The rig has been back before so I know the procedure. I'll call him tomorrow. Thanks and have a great day. Barry KS7DX -Original Message- From: N5GE [mailto:li...@n5ge.com] Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2012 2:13 PM

Re: [Elecraft] KAT3 problem

2012-07-08 Thread Barry Garratt
Hi Don, Yes I'm aware of that but thanks for reminding me. Having an RMA first is definitely the proper procedure. Barry KS7DX -Original Message- From: Don Wilhelm [mailto:w3...@embarqmail.com] Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2012 7:00 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] JT65 requirements, and a possible external reference-locking option for the KX3

2012-07-18 Thread Barry LaZar
his requirements. Go for it if you think you can sell enough to pay the R/D costs. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/17/2012 8:17 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: If we took this route, we'd have three categories of KX3 users: (a) wants the ultimate in stability but doesn't need 2 meters; (b) wants 2 meter

Re: [Elecraft] Microphones - Yaesu MH-31

2012-07-24 Thread Barry N1EU
/product_info.php?products_id=945). I suspect the output is significantly higher than with the MH-31 alone. I'm hopeful that it will be usable with the KX-3. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Microphones-Yaesu-MH-31-tp7559727p7559730.html Sent from

Re: [Elecraft] Microphones - Yaesu MH-31

2012-07-24 Thread Barry N1EU
/product_info.php?products_id=945). I suspect the output is significantly higher than with the MH-31 alone. I'm hopeful that it will be usable with the KX-3. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Microphones-Yaesu-MH-31-tp7559727p7559729.html Sent from

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Computer Interface for digital modes

2012-07-27 Thread Barry LaZar
included the cable I needed. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/27/2012 2:57 PM, Lance Collister, W7GJ wrote: Knowing that there are a number of KX3 owners who are interested in an computer interface that does not rely on VOX mode to transmit CW or digital modes from the computer, I have outlined

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Computer Interface for digital modes

2012-07-28 Thread Barry LaZar
hurt either. All of the dongles I have seen are very simplistic, ergo cheap. This approach is a little more expensive, but it allows a greater range of possibilities. I still stand by what I said and suggest this approach. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/27/2012 8:39 PM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Computer Interface for digital modes

2012-07-28 Thread Barry LaZar
of them are using FT-1000s and K3s After mulling this over as I write this response, I come away with the idea that a parameter in the transmitter keying menu has not been changed to account for the amplifier turn on delay. Someone should check that. 73, Barry K3NDM On 7/27/2012 9:03 PM

Re: [Elecraft] UPS has lost my KX3 :-(

2012-07-28 Thread Barry Garratt
Elecraft I'm still waiting for an answer after 4 days. UPS is not and never will be my carrier of choice! Their attitude explains why their trucks are brown though. Barry KS7DX -Original Message- From: Wes Stewart [mailto:n...@yahoo.com] Sent: Friday, July 27, 2012 12:15 PM To: Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 I/Q output for pandapter

2012-08-02 Thread Barry LaZar
Ron, Google it. I forget. It's a free download. I'm sure that you'll have a lot of fun with it once you've gotten it running. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/2/2012 10:35 AM, KU7Y wrote: Where do I find NaP3? Thanks, OK, back in my hole, Ron, KU7Y SOWP 5545M Arizona Outlaws Contest Club

[Elecraft] K3 Reliability

2012-08-04 Thread Barry Simpson
and that works seamlessly with my K3 (and pretty well with my TS590 - I do have other rigs). I guess I have been either very lucky or, more likely, I am in the silent majority. I am now waiting for my KAT500 to arrive. I will also probably buy the new TS-990 when it becomes available. 73 Barry VK2BJ

[Elecraft] KX3- K3-EZ and the KX-3

2012-08-07 Thread Barry LaZar
I downloaded a copy of K3-EZ and tried it with my KX3. I found that it seems to work OK, but I must say that I haven't tried everything yet. K3-EZ seems to be a really nice utility to have around. 73, Barry K3NDM __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] Software CW in K3 and KX3 and contesting

2012-08-09 Thread Barry LaZar
keyers also. Actually, this is a fairly simple approach that allows for some flexibility. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/9/2012 12:01 PM, Ignacy wrote: Both K3 and KX3 can send CW via a software command. Is this feature useful for contesting? Does any contesting software support CW via command

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Setup for portable operation (with picture)

2012-08-10 Thread Barry N1EU
it around my neck or otherwise support the rig for operating while I'm standing. If anybody has any ideas, I'd really like to hear them. The KX3 isn't as obviously adaptable to standing operation when compared to the FT817. 73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] Sherwood ranking

2012-08-10 Thread Barry N1EU
Buck k4ia wrote How is the ranking decided? Is it subjective or is there a formula? It's ranked by Rob's narrow spaced dynamic range measurement. Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/Sherwood-ranking-tp7560797p7560798.html Sent from

[Elecraft] KX3 operating time on 9V battery (was: Sherwood ranking)

2012-08-11 Thread Barry N1EU
wayne burdick wrote The KX3 would be the better choice for hand-held operation, and it will run much longer from a 9-volt lithium ultralife battery. Can anyone estimate approx operating time for KX3 on such a battery and approx cw power output? Thanks 73, Barry N1EU -- View

[Elecraft] WTB: KX-1

2012-08-16 Thread Barry N1EU
If anyone is interested in moving their KX-1 to someone who will put it to good use on SOTA summits, please drop me an email. Ideally, I hope it has the KXAT1 ATU and KXPD1 paddles. Tnx/73, Barry N1EU -- View this message in context: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/WTB-KX-1-tp7561141

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 - Pandapter woes

2012-08-18 Thread Barry LaZar
also pipe NaP3 out to FLDIGI using VAC V4.12. It's really an awesome operation once you get it together. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/17/2012 11:04 PM, Buck k4ia wrote: I am having a devil of a time with my KX3 and NaP3 running through an EM0202 outboard soundcard. It works great with my K3

Re: [Elecraft] USB sound dongle

2012-08-21 Thread Barry LaZar
the craziest!. I think, once you have it all lashed up, you will really have some fun. Good luck and do use a good card with ASIO drivers for best performance. 73, Barry K3NDM On 8/20/2012 12:37 AM, Howard Hoyt wrote: Hi, I have been following the fun on this reflector while awaiting my

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