Re: [Elecraft] Wattage Draw - K3S/100 vs KPA500/KAT500 - for UPS

2017-08-31 Thread Bob
owners. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 8/30/2017 1:56 PM, Mike Maloney wrote: Oh my!  The KPA500 is more efficient than you give it credit.   Since few have instruments to measure ac input parameters, will volunteer actual measurement figures.At 650W output into 50 ohm load, hig

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PSK Dreaming

2012-03-26 Thread Bob
32 dB -- that's a huge improvement in weak signal decode. 73, Bob, WB4SON On Mon, Mar 26, 2012 at 5:20 PM, Bill Frantz wrote: > ...What I would like to see is an accessory for the K3 that looks > like a 24 bit sound card to the computer. Since the data rates > are too fast for R

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 95, Issue 50

2012-03-28 Thread Bob
. Personally I can live without printed manuals -- I like the PDFs, but I do see Dale's point and the cheap USB Flash Drive seems like a cheap way. 73, Bob, B4SON On Wed, Mar 28, 2012 at 9:02 AM, Dale Putnam wrote: > > The one issue that I see with on line manuals ... any ideas

Re: [Elecraft] P3 with K2

2012-03-28 Thread Bob
-Pan kit. There is one resistor to set the gain of the buffer amp and that may have to be played with. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & k2TKR K2 with LP-Pan K3 with P3 On 3/28/2012 4:55 PM, Jim N7US wrote: > A friend has a K2 and he asked me what's required to use a P3 with it. I &

Re: [Elecraft] KAT-500

2012-03-28 Thread Bob
Balanced via external coax fed balun? 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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] KAT-500

2012-03-28 Thread Bob
available. Looks good... Credit card loaded and locked, ready to fire. 73, Bob K2TK On 3/28/2012 8:42 PM, Jim Sheldon wrote: > Thank you Eric! > > Finally, drawings of what the footprint and configuration is going to look > like. 2 questions remain to be answered. How much is it g

Re: [Elecraft] K3: Firmware 4.48 release - stable, in use?

2012-03-29 Thread Bob
at tripped the AGC. While tinkering with the HRD settings (in terms of poll rate) helped reduce the problem, it never entirely went away until the K3 firmware update fixed it once and for all. I highly recommend updating to 4.48 before you blow you your speaker/headphones/ears. 73, B

[Elecraft] For the CW OPS

2012-04-02 Thread Bob
A great new use for Morse in a new Google App: https://mail.google.com/mail/help/promos/tap/index.html 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] SMT and the K3 - Nerves

2012-04-19 Thread Bob
I do not believe cutting the part in half is a good idea. The stress is applied to the pads and they can lift off the board. The potential for board damage, is very high. 73, Bob K2TK On 4/19/2012 10:46 AM, Tom Azlin N4ZPT wrote: > Hi Lee, > > I replaced that SMT resistor with the

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 96, Issue 41

2012-04-25 Thread Bob
"Direct your complaint to QST." ??? 73, Bob, WB4SON On Wed, Apr 25, 2012 at 12:23 PM, BOB PHILBROOK wrote: > Direct your complaint to QST. > > Bob, K9PAG > __ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mail

Re: [Elecraft] solder iron correct temp in C for K3

2012-04-26 Thread Bob
I'm not fluent in metric and use this link all the time: http://www.worldwidemetric.com/Measurements.html 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 4/27/2012 12:32 AM, Gary K9GS wrote: > Or, in google just type something like: 750F to C > > Works for all kinds of differen

Re: [Elecraft] Turn on turn off transients

2012-05-01 Thread Bob
utdown. Changing the sequence may be a simple solution. 73, Bob K2TK On 5/1/2012 2:31 PM, Mike K2MK wrote: > Hi Richard, > > Do you have the problem if you only use the internal speaker? Is your > firmware up to date? > > 73, > Mike K2MK > > > > Richard Thorpe-2 w

Re: [Elecraft] Kit Shipping Schedule Theory

2012-05-01 Thread Bob
ndred extra KX3 QRP contacts during my extra time. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list host

[Elecraft] OT: Nova "Secrets of the Sun"

2012-05-03 Thread Bob
is outstanding in HD. (And if you really like it, the Blu-ray and DVDs are on sale.) http://video.pbs.org/video/2226474716 My thanks to K1SEA for sharing this with me originally. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://

Re: [Elecraft] K2-Using a paddle and straight key at the same time….how?

2012-05-08 Thread Bob
4148. Works fine. In my case I have an old Brown Brothers that has a key and paddle on the same base and the wiring was done under it and is not visible. Just use whatever your choice is at any time. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 5/8/2012 1:47 PM, Stephen Roberts wrote: &g

[Elecraft] KX-1 20 30 40 For Sale

2012-05-17 Thread Bob
Hi, I have a nice KX-1 for sale KXAT-1 KXPD-1 a few accessories. If interested contact me offline. b...@kalkwarf.com w7wo Lacey, Wa __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth

[Elecraft] For those at Dayton...

2012-05-18 Thread Bob
? Any updates on KX3 options and status? Inquiring Elecrafter's want to know In Advance, TNX! 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [Elecraft] For those at Dayton...

2012-05-18 Thread Bob
within sight but out or arms reach. Saving valuable close desk/shelf space. Anybody know having asked that question at Dayton or by being a field tester. 73, Bob K2TK On 5/18/2012 3:15 PM, Ken Allen wrote: > Taking orders for the KAT500 with expected delivery starting August ( yes, > thi

Re: [Elecraft] For those at Dayton...

2012-05-18 Thread Bob
UH OH!!! That could be me or Ken. I'll be right back I'm going to lock the doors Bob K2TK On 5/18/2012 4:13 PM, Jim Sheldon wrote: > YHa! Got mine in as well. Talked to Madalyn (think I spelled it > right) and she said she was gonna kill whoever let it slip

Re: [Elecraft] For those at Dayton (KAT500)

2012-05-18 Thread Bob
ng bitter experience, that MFJ can. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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://w

[Elecraft] KX-1 20 30 40 KXAT-1 KXPD2

2012-05-19 Thread Bob
For Sale or Trade KX-1 w/accessories. Contact offline to discuss b...@kalkwarf.com 72, w7wo Lacey, Wa __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elec

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft CW Net Announcement

2012-05-19 Thread Bob
ently. I need to try the CW net. 73, Bob, WB4SON On Sun, May 20, 2012 at 12:09 AM, kevinr wrote: > Good Evening, > Another fine week here in Oregon. Now to have a clear day for the > solar (annular) eclipse tomorrow. Does not look good for me with the > clouds rolling in

[Elecraft] KX-1 SOLD

2012-05-20 Thread Bob
Thanks all who replied. 72 Bob w7wo __ 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] reflectors

2012-05-20 Thread Bob
and owner camp. I've replaced quite a few keyboards over the years but never because of a delete key failure. While here, yes I drink all the Elecraft Kool Aid but some flavors I like more than others. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 5/20/2012 1:57 PM, Jim Lowman wrote: &g

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA Keyboard

2012-05-21 Thread Bob
an incrementing serial number register. In terms of the minimum PSK31, RTTY 45.45, and CW xmit and receive. And I would hope that this could function with the P3 screen by itself (without requiring adding an additional monitor) 73, Bob, WB4SON ___

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA Keyboard

2012-05-21 Thread Bob
t the purpose (so that might rule out Olivia, or JT65). And using just the P3 display as the decode area, in addition to the external display would be ideal (don't need a bigger display if you don't want one). PSK63 is starting to be used by more DX stations (sadly in my opinion).

Re: [Elecraft] P3 SVGA Keyboard

2012-05-22 Thread Bob
, the author of the JT65-HF implementation, had taken ill recently. So my apologies to Joe Taylor, K1JT, and his many friends, for any concern I might have caused. And like all JT65-HF users, I continue to hope that Joe Large, W6CQZ, continues to improve. 73, Bob, WB4SON

Re: [Elecraft] cables for digital/dayton

2012-05-23 Thread Bob
ld tied to the shell, and the quality of the "blank" connectors is dubious at best. Thanks for the good suggestion. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Order Number Decoding

2012-05-23 Thread Bob
Well when I phoned in my KAT500 order I did not get an order number. However, Vicki was very nice and gave me my official time and stressed it was in Pacific time. Will someone set up a KAT500 spreadsheet program so we can play "The Waiting Game" too? 73, Bob K2TK. ex KN2TKR (195

Re: [Elecraft] Estimated KAT500 shipping

2012-05-24 Thread Bob
I agree Joe -- I just setup N1MM for the first time with my K3. When I clicked on a spot I sure wished I had a KAT500 (I used a balanced Palstar). Not this contest. But I might give the KX3 a test just to see how it works in a contest. If so, no spotting and QRP. Good luck to ya 73, Bob

[Elecraft] N8BX Knobs. Another FS Set

2012-05-26 Thread Bob
llins S line I wanted. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR Have been sold.Thank you! Phil Philip LaMarche __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq

Re: [Elecraft] HEAVY KNOBS??

2012-05-27 Thread Bob
ed. Plain and simple eye candy for sure. Must be some interest in them, mine sold in 26 minutes. And I also have back up offers in case. I'll never have a 100 foot tower with stacked Yagi's here. So I'll have to be content with some trinkets and jewels. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (19

Re: [Elecraft] Office

2012-06-01 Thread Bob
Hoping for that in late August. 73, Bob K2TK __ 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] KPA500 Issues

2012-06-10 Thread Bob
sed a R8 for years and had trouble even with 100 watts of power. I can't imagine how bad it would be at 500 watts. Your station ground is going to have to be top notch if you want to avoid trouble. Good luck! 73, Bob, WB4SON

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Solar Panel Tests with K1 and A123 Battery

2012-06-11 Thread Bob
given what larger/clunky charge controllers sell for. http://www.buddipole.com/sobaco.html 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailt

Re: [Elecraft] K3/RigExpert/P3

2012-06-11 Thread Bob
Hi Larry. I use the TI-5 myself and have the K3/P3/KPA500. As Lyle does with his RigExpert Plus, you just plug the TI-5 into the P3 serial port. It works fine and I've had no issue updating firmware in either unit. 73, Bob, W

Re: [Elecraft] YEMEN 7O6T CONFIRMED

2012-06-11 Thread Bob
I believe you received an "early" LotW confirmation because you used the QRS service and paid for a card -- you receive priority service -- those not doing that will get their LotW confirmations later in the year. 73, Bob, WB4SON Outstanding, by the way. Still waiting for my card

Re: [Elecraft] YEMEN 7O6T CONFIRMED

2012-06-12 Thread Bob
doubt they will arrive soon. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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.

Re: [Elecraft] K3 just goes off

2012-06-25 Thread Bob
. At lower power demand levels it will run a couple of days without refiling the tank. Given the duty cycle of the rigs and the capacity of the battery, that generator must have been off for real long time to burn through a 100 AH battery. 73, Bob, WB4SON

Re: [Elecraft] K3 just goes off

2012-06-25 Thread Bob
Every one should have one of these or another brand in their toolbox: http://www.amazon.com/GE-50542-Receptacle-Improper-Indicator/dp/B002LZTKIA/ref=pd_cp_hi_0 Aside from monitoring that AC is present it is a check that all the wiring and extensions were wired correctly. 73, Bob K2TK ex

Re: [Elecraft] FD generator "quiet problem"

2012-06-26 Thread Bob
efore I put more gas into the external tank, which was about six feet away from the generator -- so I didn't even stop the generator. 73, Bob, WB4SON (Love my Honda and K3; two things that just work right all the time) __ Elecraf

Re: [Elecraft] P3 TX Audio monitoring

2012-07-03 Thread Bob
Makes you wonder what the IR port on the back of the P3 was planned for (TX RF Sampler Pickup maybe)? 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm

Re: [Elecraft] K-3

2015-01-12 Thread Bob
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Re: [Elecraft] Accessing KX3 buttons when using Side KX

2015-01-31 Thread Bob
want the side plates and cover for the protection then go for it, access is not an issue. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 1/31/2015 10:43 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Phil, It all depends on how you depress the buttons - which fingers you use and what angle your fingers use to &#x

Re: [Elecraft] OT: CW Skimmer

2015-02-07 Thread Bob
K3 sub receiver and listening on the DX's frequency and hunting for his reply frequencies on the sub a crutch too? Sure is not the old timers way. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 2/7/2015 2:15 PM, GDR wrote: CW Skimmer is a form of crutch. Us old timers still do it th

Re: [Elecraft] OT: CW Skimmer

2015-02-07 Thread Bob
Hi Fred, Was the 1st for me. Heath SB's were the poor mans Collins and Collins had a lot of innovations. 73, Bob K2TK On 2/7/2015 4:18 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: U ... I think Art Collins might have beat Heath to that with the KWM-2 and external VFO, sometime around 1959, fol

Re: [Elecraft] way OT Bad Assumptions

2015-02-17 Thread Bob
than the entire K-Line. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 2/17/2015 9:27 AM, Chris Hallinan wrote: On Tue, Feb 17, 2015 at 12:00 AM, Paul Gordon N6LL wrote: I ran a ham radio booth at a high school robotics competition last weekend. A 28KSR would have gotten a lot more attention

Re: [Elecraft] A way to show both "SPLIT" and "NON-SPLIT" warnings

2015-02-18 Thread Bob
Personally, I think anything that might even slightly improve the chance that an operator might detect the wrong mode is a good thing. >From the original description, this sounds like a minor code change, so it isn't like it is taking a lot of firmware development time. 73, Bob, WB4SON

Re: [Elecraft] Synth card order status

2015-02-25 Thread Bob
Same why question applies to your Porsche? A Chevy will get you to the supermarket and back too. Bob K2TK On 2/25/2015 8:49 PM, George Fritkin via Elecraft wrote: My only question is why? My Porsche is more capable than my driving skills So is my are my K3s more capable than my ham skills

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500: birdies on 6m from LCD backlight

2015-02-26 Thread Bob
e ago. The coax that shipped with the unit (interconnection between the K3 and P3) was defective and was letting all sorts of signals into the P3. I replaced that with a high quality coax cable and the issue went away. Is it possible that might by the problem? 73, Bob, W

Re: [Elecraft] K-1 4-band Availability/Status?

2015-03-07 Thread Bob
GCL4 311 SPRAGUE[image: Request For Quote] 311 available at 1 source electronics. Of course that

[Elecraft] AF Knob lockout during keypad frequency entry (FW 5.14 and lower)

2015-03-09 Thread Bob
the AF control was re-enabled. Is there a reason why the AF control is locked out during keypad entry of a frequency? 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http

Re: [Elecraft] Will it work with all these connections?

2015-03-14 Thread Bob
e AUX from the K3. Only issue that I know of is that the external devices have to be powered first or the K3 can hang up when turned on. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 3/14/2015 1:53 PM, W0CP wrote: I have a KPA500, KAT500, K3, band decoder, and remote rig with aux

Re: [Elecraft] list

2015-03-15 Thread Bob
The KX3 is WILDLY popular and is a fantastic radio. So is the K3. 73, Bob, WB4SON On Sun, Mar 15, 2015 at 5:07 PM, stan levandowski wrote: > Those of us with KX3s are having so much fun operating that we don't have > time for emails. > 73, Stan WB2LQF > > > On Sun, Mar 1

Re: [Elecraft] KX-1 80M Question

2015-03-16 Thread Bob
I have had 80-20 on my KX1 for several years of operating portable. These were in HI, ON, VE9 and SOTA using a long wire, counter poise and builtin tuner. A truly great rig, however I doubt I have made more than a half dozen Q's on 80. If I were to do it again I would not install 80. 72

Re: [Elecraft] Is there a K4 on the horizon?

2015-03-30 Thread Bob
Well here is hoping for the long awaited TX module for the P3. Hopefully it will appear on the WEB site for ordering at the same time. I really want to retire my old Heath SB610. It is my last in use hollow state device. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 3/30/2015 8:09 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] New K3/K3S Beta Firmware, rev. 5.26: Support for K3S and upgraded modules

2015-05-20 Thread Bob
Hi Milverton, Well I'm old and my grandmother who was always good at repeating those witticisms used to say, "making mountains out of mole hills". Her way of saying not important. 73, Bob K2TKex KN2TKR (1956 & K2TKR On 5/20/2015 1:05 PM, Milverton M. Swire via Elecr

Re: [Elecraft] Low band modifications

2015-06-10 Thread Bob
nd no update. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 6/9/2015 8:36 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote: Rich, You have not missed anything yet. Wayne promised 'soon'. 73, Don W3FPR On 6/9/2015 8:26 PM, Richard wrote: I just got the new sync board, I'm wondering when and what i

Re: [Elecraft] saving 2 TX EQ settings

2015-07-21 Thread Bob
change should be stored so the change is seamless. Gain, bias, EQ, compression etc, Be pretty much set and forget. I'll confess to not knowing all involved in doing it but to the Elecraft staff that knows, this is a HINT that may possibly be added to the list. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR

Re: [Elecraft] Things to do while waiting on your Elecraft kit

2011-07-11 Thread Bob
And the P3 is just a minor update to the Hallicrafter SP44 from the mid 40's, Here: http://www.ohio.edu/people/postr/bapix/SP44.htm Same old + / - 100kc bandwidth. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR > -Original Message- > > On 7/11/2011 1:57 PM, Anthony Simons

Re: [Elecraft] KPA500 and KAT500 Ports

2011-07-13 Thread Bob
e it will do it well. For statistical purposes 2 in and 4 out would cover my 160 to 6 needs now and for the foreseeable future.Remote ability would be a high priority if for no other reason than putting the cabling (mess) out in the garage out of the way. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (195

Re: [Elecraft] P3: Span control logic

2011-08-07 Thread Bob
learned preference. I open my own jars and my first radios only had barn door wide for bandwidth. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR No, no, no...every filter control I've ever used (until the K3) narrowed the filter bandwidth as the knob was rotated clockwise. Hallicrafters

Re: [Elecraft] Binary Decode Chip

2011-09-16 Thread Bob
orry about unused states if that is a chip you find. There may be a CMOS equivalent but I don't know it offhand. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR & K2TKR On 9/16/2011 11:27 AM, Lee Buller wrote: > > I have lost an email where someone described a binary decode chip for b

[Elecraft] KPA 500 QUERY

2011-10-12 Thread Bob
upply Module and Rectifier board assembly.Other than cost and the possible mess is there any reason why it would NOT be desirable to use some on these devices? Any interest in a soon to be retired AL811 amp and QSK5 unit out there? If so reply off list. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) &a

Re: [Elecraft] [K3]_[KRC2]_Is_there_a_KRC3_in_the_w orks?

2011-10-14 Thread Bob
Leave it at or?? Please expand on the "or". Is the P3 a finished project "or" we ever see the ability to attach a larger screen as was mentioned here on the reflector. That ability was a consideration in the original purchase. 73, Bob K2TK On 10/14/2011 3:01 PM,

Re: [Elecraft] Re" ham shack computers...

2011-10-21 Thread Bob
mericas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/CategoryDisplay?categoryId=2576396&storeId=1&catalogId=-840&langId=-1 <https://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/CategoryDisplay?categoryId=2576396&storeId=1&catalogId=-840&langId=-1> Older models als

[Elecraft] QRP Lid w/KIO2 for KDSP2

2011-10-28 Thread bob
Hi, I have a spare KDSP2 built and tested and I need a K2 QRP lid built up with KIO2 if it has KATU2 we can work something to make sure it is equitable. I would also consider KIO2 and KATU2 without the lid for the KDSP2. Bob w7wo b...@kalkwarf.com

[Elecraft] KIO2

2011-10-28 Thread bob
Hi, Does anyone have a spare KIO2 they will part with? Bob w7wo b...@kalkwarf.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

[Elecraft] KSIO2 Done - Need HEXKEY

2011-10-29 Thread bob
Hi, Thanks to all who replied, I have my KSIO2. NOW If I could find a HEXKEY for a KDSP2 I will be estatic. Bob w7wo Lacey, Wa b...@kalkwarf.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo

[Elecraft] Orion I for K3

2011-11-01 Thread bob
Hi, My Orion I for your Elecraft K3. Please reply offline. Bob w7wo b...@kalkwarf.com __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft

Re: [Elecraft] KAT500 by Christmas

2011-11-20 Thread Bob
And any outlook for those, like I, who were hoping for the external monitor option for the P3 as a XMAS list suggestion? 73, Bob K2TK On 11/20/2011 3:30 PM, Wayne Burdick wrote: > Hi Fred, > > Our present goal is to field-test the KAT500 starting in December. > (Our engineering te

[Elecraft] K3 6KHz Filter and Data Modes

2013-09-01 Thread Bob
filter in slot FL1? Thanks in advance, 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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

[Elecraft] KX3 WSJT-X OS X

2013-09-03 Thread Bob
3 mic GAIN. Tried with power set from 0 to 5 watts. It truly feels like the JT tone is causing some kind of interaction with ALC control.. Thanks, 73 de Bob w7wo __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/ele

[Elecraft] KX3 WSJT-X OS X --Update

2013-09-03 Thread Bob
doing this exercise or am I messing with the bleeding edge? I have tried the obviuos input levels and KX3 mic GAIN. Tried with power set from 0 to 5 watts. It truly feels like the JT tone is causing some kind of interaction with ALC control.. Thanks, 73 de Bob

[Elecraft] K3 RX Audio Roll-off below 400 Hz

2013-09-07 Thread Bob
d and wide open. Is this roll-off similar to what other folks are seeing? 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailma

[Elecraft] Anyone else using a K3 with WSJT-X

2013-09-07 Thread Bob
m itself. Just wondering if anyone else is having a similar issue? PS Computer is running 64-bit Win7. Latest FTDI USB drivers are installed. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elec

Re: [Elecraft] Slightly Off-Topic: Roving update of default repeater station

2013-09-17 Thread Bob
that would entice me to buy a new HT and mobile radio as soon as that was available. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR From: Phil Hystad To: "elecraft@mailman.qth.net Reflector" Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 9:46 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Sl

[Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling

2013-09-24 Thread Bob
s the outbound RF to be displayed. One can dream and wish. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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 h

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling

2013-09-24 Thread Bob
c and Wayne (;> Now I love my KX3, and appreciate all the fine improvements, but my K3/P3/KAT500/KPA500 is not feeling the love nearly as much. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecr

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling

2013-09-25 Thread Bob
un 5 watts and enjoy JT65, JT9 and PSK31 very much. 73, Bob, WB4SON On Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 12:19 PM, Rick Bates wrote: > If your neighbor tells you it's clean (and s/he knows how to look) then > it's likely the other station at fault. Noise blanking, noise reduction, > poor

Re: [Elecraft] P3 Feature Request - Transmit sampling

2013-09-25 Thread Bob
report of -10. That wasn't me, that was all propagation. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] KXPD3 and single-lever paddles

2013-09-29 Thread Bob
Hi Dennis, Here is a single lever paddle for your consideration: http://www.americanmorse.com/bushwhacker.htm 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 9/29/2013 10:25 AM, Dennis L. Haarsager wrote: So that leads to some questions. Does this theory make sens

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Filters for mixed JT65 and JT9 HF

2013-10-07 Thread Bob
e the K3 is in the Split mode, it just assumes it is. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ 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 h

Re: [Elecraft] [K3] Filters for mixed JT65 and JT9 HF

2013-10-08 Thread Bob
ut decoding a signal that you can't even hear. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list host

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Current Drain When Off

2013-10-16 Thread Bob
ble I unplug it if I'm not going to be using the radio for a bit. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth

Re: [Elecraft] [KPA500] Fan Control from KPA500 Utility?

2013-10-17 Thread Bob
I too have found that setting the KPA500 fan control for a slightly higher speed all the time means that I don't have a big thermal buildup that causes the fan to kick into high momentarily. Once I made that adjustment the fan hardly ever goes above the middle setting. 73, Bob, W

[Elecraft] Lo P error on K2

2013-10-28 Thread Bob
Lo P error. To get past it, I just power the rig off, then on again, and I can then tune the radio with no problem. Is there anything I can do to the radio to remedy this? Thanks, Bob KC2JAV __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailm

Re: [Elecraft] Lo P error on K2

2013-10-28 Thread Bob
with 15 meters, and the funny thing is I don't operate on that band because (right now) my only HF antenna is an OCF dipole that does not resonate on 15 nor will it tune up on that band (though I have tried - hopefully I did not damage the radio this way). Any suggestions on what to do next? 73

Re: [Elecraft] Portable power, hydrogen fuel cell

2013-11-13 Thread Bob
interesting, and in its infancy, so it will be interesting to see where it winds up a decade from now. 73, Bob, WB4SON On Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 9:26 PM, Doug Hudson wrote: > Being new to this group I don't know if this has been posted before. Have > a > look at the Brunton Hydroge

Re: [Elecraft] ... and solar power

2013-11-30 Thread Bob
Of course what is quiet about a radio contest in the first place? But not having the drone of even a quiet Honda running was more in tune with being outdoors. 100% of my KX3 activity is solar using a smaller PowerFilm panel and battery. 73, B

Re: [Elecraft] ... and solar power

2013-12-02 Thread Bob
their products. I returned my 60 watt panel when the output current unexplainably dropped by about 25%. They quickly replaced it with a new panel. 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/ele

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 116, Issue 4

2013-12-03 Thread Bob
Me tooI'm older and have a lot o power to resist change 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 12/3/2013 10:49 AM, WILLIAM DAVIS wrote: I always express power in ohms. ;-) Bruce AC8BT On Dec 2, 2013, at 11:30 PM, elecraft-requ...@mailman.qth.net wrote: George

Re: [Elecraft] XG3 Band Change

2013-12-10 Thread Bob
Bottom Band". I've always thought in terms of frequency, like QSY. Up to me means increasing frequency not reducing the wavelength. Love my XG3! 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/l

Re: [Elecraft] OT: Crimping small wires

2013-12-11 Thread Bob
. Possibily an article for one of the Ham magazines. But even with the good commercial crimpers I'm firmly in the anti PowerPole camp. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 12/11/2013 8:20 PM, Harlan wrote: I run a calibration lab. We use go-no go gauge

Re: [Elecraft] K2 SSB PTT Switch

2013-12-14 Thread Bob
If you get one with the cord you will have to put a connector on. I prefer getting a cable from like Sweetwater cutting off one end and using the Quick Disconnect version of the switch.. Flexible for later. I reused a switch that for years was with my TS-930. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) &am

Re: [Elecraft] RTTY in days of old

2013-12-15 Thread Bob
oday, IMHO. There is an ST6 here that "ran when parked" years ago. Used with SB300/400, also still here. 73, Bob K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 12/15/2013 6:32 PM, Jim Sheldon wrote: Hi Guys, Anyone on here that used to run RTTY back in the Machine days or early computer

Re: [Elecraft] [K2] Safely running 100% key-down modes (K1FFX)

2013-12-27 Thread Bob
nsmissions without problems. Take care, Bob W1SRB PS- hope to see you at NEFFA this year -- Message: 1 Date: Thu, 26 Dec 2013 09:06:23 -0800 (PST) From: K1FFX mailto:bruce.ro...@rcn.com> > To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net

Re: [Elecraft] Shipping a K3

2013-12-31 Thread Bob
service to its full advantage. 73, Bob K2TK.ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR On 12/31/2013 10:47 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote: The price is a little higher if you take it to the Post Office but it is the same if you take it to the UPS store. Unfortunately, this is incorrect with regards to

Re: [Elecraft] External speaker recommendation.....

2014-01-06 Thread Bob
s and Ebay. To me the better aspect was level as I felt the K2 was lacking for my ears. Maybe one of the none powered ones would even work for you. 73, Bob K2TK On 1/6/2014 4:01 PM, Eddy wrote: I'm amazed at how well my K2 internal speaker works and sounds! Every time I plug in an e

Re: [Elecraft] Go Hawks

2014-01-20 Thread Bob
yed the Seattle/SF game, which was FAR better than the Denver/NE game. Congrats to Seattle! 73, Bob, WB4SON __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

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