KANT3 and SSB/CW filters needed

[AI4NS]

I need a KANT3 and SSB and CW filters. I have a project K3 I am working on.

Mike
AI4NS


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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 04:32:26 -0700 (MST)
> From: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
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> Subject: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> While running FT8 on my KX2/KXPA100, the TX red LED will sometimes stay on
> and the FT8 waterfall shows blank (like when TXing). ALC is stuck on 1 Bar
> when I've got it set 4-5 Bars. If I click Tune in WSJT-X once or twice I
> see
> the 4-5 Bars ALC and then all returns to normal.
>
> Is TX being "Stuck On" my KX2 or WSJT-X acting up? Using Win 10 and a
> Soundblaster Play! 3 USB audio adaptor.
>
> Bret/N4SRN
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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 14:01:20 +0200 (CEST)
> From: Stephan Forth <[hidden email]>
> To: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>, [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> Hi
>
> I had the same problem. I turned down the volume slider on the computer a
> little and the LED went out and the KX2 was in receive mode again.
> I don't know why. Vox was turned off.
>
> 73 Stephan, DF6PA
>
> Using Raspberry and MiniProSC Audio adapter. PTT handled by CAT control.
>
> > MaverickNH <[hidden email]> hat am 9. August 2019 um 13:32
> geschrieben:
> >
> >
> > While running FT8 on my KX2/KXPA100, the TX red LED will sometimes stay
> on
> > and the FT8 waterfall shows blank (like when TXing). ALC is stuck on 1
> Bar
> > when I've got it set 4-5 Bars. If I click Tune in WSJT-X once or twice I
> see
> > the 4-5 Bars ALC and then all returns to normal.
> >
> > Is TX being "Stuck On" my KX2 or WSJT-X acting up? Using Win 10 and a
> > Soundblaster Play! 3 USB audio adaptor.
> >
> > Bret/N4SRN
> >
> >
> >
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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 07:09:24 -0500
> From: Jim Rhodes <[hidden email]>
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> This was one of the problems I was having. Mostly on 40. I ended up putting
> 3 turns of the transmit audio line through a random snap on ferrite I
> happened to have in the bag. The hangup stopped and alc settled down to a
> stable value instead of jumping around.
>
> Jim Rhodes
> K0XU
>
> On Fri, Aug 9, 2019, 07:02 Stephan Forth <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> > Hi
> >
> > I had the same problem. I turned down the volume slider on the computer a
> > little and the LED went out and the KX2 was in receive mode again.
> > I don't know why. Vox was turned off.
> >
> > 73 Stephan, DF6PA
> >
> > Using Raspberry and MiniProSC Audio adapter. PTT handled by CAT control.
> >
> > > MaverickNH <[hidden email]> hat am 9. August 2019 um 13:32
> > geschrieben:
> > >
> > >
> > > While running FT8 on my KX2/KXPA100, the TX red LED will sometimes stay
> > on
> > > and the FT8 waterfall shows blank (like when TXing). ALC is stuck on 1
> > Bar
> > > when I've got it set 4-5 Bars. If I click Tune in WSJT-X once or twice
> I
> > see
> > > the 4-5 Bars ALC and then all returns to normal.
> > >
> > > Is TX being "Stuck On" my KX2 or WSJT-X acting up? Using Win 10 and a
> > > Soundblaster Play! 3 USB audio adaptor.
> > >
> > > Bret/N4SRN
> > >
> > >
> > >
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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 08:14:02 -0400
> From: John Stengrevics <[hidden email]>
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> Subject: [Elecraft] K3S Frequency Calibration Issue
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> I have followed the calibration procedure in the manual (WWV as I don?t
> have a frequency generator).  On 50 MHz, I am spot on.  However, on 2
> meters, I am off by 1 KHz.
>
> I have recently replaced the TCXO, so I don?t believe that is the cause.
>
> Any suggestions as to how I can get 2 meters to agree?
>
> 73,
>
> John
> WA1EAZ
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> Message: 5
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 05:21:24 -0700 (MST)
> From: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> I've got 2 Mix31 ferrite beads with 4 winds each on my SOTAbeams Bandhopper
> 40/30/20 coax feed, another before the coax feeds the KXPA100 and another
> just before the KX2 - as well as ferrites on power cords and audio/CAT
> cables connecting the rig. If that's not enough - ouch!
>
> BRET/N4SRN
>
>
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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 07:45:06 -0500
> From: Jim Rhodes <[hidden email]>
> To: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
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> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> The problem here just came about on this temporary lication (temporary work
> area), I have not had the problem before. There is not much space in the
> yard area at the little apartment that I am living in for the summer. And I
> just had this random bead laying in the bag with other odds and ends. I am
> glad it was there though as it has kept me on the air.
>
>
> Jim Rhodes
> K0XU
>
> On Fri, Aug 9, 2019, 07:22 MaverickNH <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> > I've got 2 Mix31 ferrite beads with 4 winds each on my SOTAbeams
> Bandhopper
> > 40/30/20 coax feed, another before the coax feeds the KXPA100 and another
> > just before the KX2 - as well as ferrites on power cords and audio/CAT
> > cables connecting the rig. If that's not enough - ouch!
> >
> > BRET/N4SRN
> >
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> Date: Fri, 09 Aug 2019 08:55:17 -0400
> From: Greg Troxel <[hidden email]>
> To: John Stengrevics <[hidden email]>
> Cc: Elecraft Reflector <[hidden email]>
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S Frequency Calibration Issue
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> John Stengrevics <[hidden email]> writes:
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> > I have followed the calibration procedure in the manual (WWV as I
> > don?t have a frequency generator).  On 50 MHz, I am spot on.  However,
> > on 2 meters, I am off by 1 KHz.
>
> Without a calibrated signal generator (or generator and calibrated
> counter), how are you measuring this?
>
> > Any suggestions as to how I can get 2 meters to agree?
>
> To agree with what, and how do you know it's right?
>
> It would help if you explained more precisely what you did.  I'm
> guessing you used 15 MHz WWV, but then what are you doing on 50 and 144
> MHz to measure?  Did you measure 28 MHz?  What are you measuring
> against?  How is that calibrated, and how do you know it is correct?
>
> (Also, I am unclear on how the 144 Mhz option works, but that's
> important to understand.)
>
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> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 14:00:58 +0000
> From: Jim Leder <[hidden email]>
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> Subject: [Elecraft]  KXPD3 for sale
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> KXPD3 has been sold.
>
> Jim Leder ? K8CXM
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> Message: 9
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 10:13:24 -0400
> From: Neil Zampella <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K2 - Lost 40m Tx after install of K60XV option
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> Thanks to all who sent advice ...? Don (as usual) steered me in the
> right direction.
>
> I need to replace the K1 relay as I accidentally touched it when
> removing the RF Board C6 capacitor for the K60XV installation. Didn't
> think much at the time, but definitely bit me in the tail here.
>
> Neil, KN3ILZ
>
> On 8/5/2019 7:43 PM, Neil Zampella wrote:
> > Don,
> >
> > I don't see 60M working either.??? I'll check these tomorrow after work.
> >
> > Neil
> >
> > On 8/5/2019 2:20 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> >> Neil,
> >>
> >> Does 60 meters work, but not 40 meters?
> >>
> >> The only things that could 40 meters to fail after installing the
> >> K60XV are:
> >>
> >> 1) C6 is not the correct 4.7 pF value - it will be marked either 4.7
> >> or 479.
> >>
> >> 2) Relay K1 not working properly, check the orientation and soldering.
> >> 3) P2 and/or RF J15 not installed properly.
> >>
> >> 73,
> >> Don W3FPR
> >>
> >> On 8/5/2019 11:14 AM, Neil Zampella wrote:
> >>> Hi all,
> >>>
> >>> need some advice.?? I have a K2, and it was working fine. Then I put
> >>> together the K60XV option and installed it.?? Messed something up as
> >>> 40M
> >>> Tx went away.??? The rig switches to Tx, but I do not see any power
> >>> coming out of the system.
> >>>
> >>
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> Message: 10
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 09:25:19 -0500
> From: Bob McGraw K4TAX <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S Frequency Calibration Issue
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> See XNn OFS on page 68 of the manual.? This compensates fro
> oscillator/multiplier errors.
>
> 73
>
> Bob, K4TAX
>
>
> On 8/9/2019 7:55 AM, Greg Troxel wrote:
> > John Stengrevics <[hidden email]> writes:
> >
> >> I have followed the calibration procedure in the manual (WWV as I
> >> don?t have a frequency generator).  On 50 MHz, I am spot on.  However,
> >> on 2 meters, I am off by 1 KHz.
> > Without a calibrated signal generator (or generator and calibrated
> > counter), how are you measuring this?
> >
> >> Any suggestions as to how I can get 2 meters to agree?
> > To agree with what, and how do you know it's right?
> >
> > It would help if you explained more precisely what you did.  I'm
> > guessing you used 15 MHz WWV, but then what are you doing on 50 and 144
> > MHz to measure?  Did you measure 28 MHz?  What are you measuring
> > against?  How is that calibrated, and how do you know it is correct?
> >
> > (Also, I am unclear on how the 144 Mhz option works, but that's
> > important to understand.)
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> Date: Fri, 09 Aug 2019 07:27:05 -0700
> From: Keith N6JPA <[hidden email]>
> To: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
> Cc: "[hidden email]" <[hidden email]>
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> On Fri, 9 Aug 2019 04:32:26 -0700 (MST), you wrote:
>
> >ALC is stuck on 1 Bar
>
>
> Read this document discussing ALC use with FT-8 and elecraft radios.
>
> <https://www.g4ifb.com/FT8_Hinson_tips_for_HF_DXers.pdf>
>
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> Message: 12
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 10:28:12 -0500
> From: Bob McGraw K4TAX <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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>  From my take, the radio is in transmit mode, the ALC is showing 1 bar
> and stuck in transmit.? This to me says there is noise coming out of the
> computer, even though WSJT-X is given the receive command.?? Somewhere
> in this post I read that the OP reducing the computer slider eliminated
> the issue.?? This again says there is / was noise coming out of the
> computer causing the VOX in the interface, not the radio as the VOX was
> off, to be tripped by the computer noise.
>
> There are multiple places where the audio level from the computer to the
> radio can and must be adjusted correctly.? From experience, none of the
> level adjustments should be at or near maximum and same for the minimum
> audio level adjustments.? Strive for a mid range value of all
> adjustments.??? The PWR slider on the WSJT-X screen is one of the 3 or 4
> audio level adjustments.
>
> As to Elecraft ALC, it is clearly different in behavior and indication
> with regard to "other" radios. ? Do Not apply "other" radio methods for
> the Elecraft radios. ? ? For Elecraft radios, the ALC indicator, to
> which the first 4 bars are actually AUDIO LEVEL indication, thus are not
> indicating ALC action.? The ALC takes place at or after the 5th bar.??
> For that reason, one should adjust the audio levels such that there are
> 4 bars on solid and the 5th bar flickering on and off.? With the 5th bar
> flickering, set the power output using the PWR control on the radio {not
> on WSJT-X} and do not adjust any audio level.
>
> In the case of the K3S and maybe other radios, I find when using the
> TUNE function from WSJT-X of 1500 Hz there seems to be a beat between
> the tone and the display scan rate.? This produces a wildly fluctuation
> in level appearance.? Change the TUNE tone to some value slightly higher
> or lower and the issue will be resolved.
>
> For further reading, go to http://www.w3fpr.com/
>
> and scroll on the left side down to: Setup Elecraft Radios for Data Modes.
>
> That link is:??? http://www.w3fpr.com/Data_setup.htm
>
> 73
>
> Bob, K4TAX
>
>
> On 8/9/2019 9:27 AM, Keith N6JPA wrote:
> > On Fri, 9 Aug 2019 04:32:26 -0700 (MST), you wrote:
> >
> >> ALC is stuck on 1 Bar
> >
> > Read this document discussing ALC use with FT-8 and elecraft radios.
> >
> > <https://www.g4ifb.com/FT8_Hinson_tips_for_HF_DXers.pdf>
> > ______________________________________________________________
> >
>
>
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> Message: 13
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 08:47:54 -0700 (MST)
> From: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
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> While I had quite a few Mix31 beads on antenna coax and the various other
> power, CAT and audio cables connecting my rig, it seems adding a few more
> helped. I think it was a ferrite bead on the special cable set that
> connects
> the KXPA100 and KX2 that did the trick. RF leaking in somehow!
>
> While my base shack is all bonded to my AC panel ground, I'm running
> "portable" with KX2/KPA100 on my deck and portable antennas in my back yard
> while we're renovating. So I don't have a good bonding/ground
> configuration.
> Virtually none!
>
> BRET/N4SRN
>
>
>
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> Message: 14
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 10:58:56 -0400
> From: Don Wilhelm <[hidden email]>
> To: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>, [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
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> Bret,
>
> That sounds like noise, hum or buzz is getting into the audio cable
> between your soundcard and the KX2.  Try to find a metal connection on
> you soundcard and run a heavy guage wire between that point and the
> chassis of the KX2.  Run another between the soundcard and the computer.
>   Often that bonding will help by routing the noise along the bonding
> wire instead of the shield of the audio cable.
>
> Also check for the possibility of RF feedback - if it works OK with a
> dummy load, the apply RF common mode chokes to the coax.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 8/9/2019 7:32 AM, MaverickNH wrote:
> > While running FT8 on my KX2/KXPA100, the TX red LED will sometimes stay
> on
> > and the FT8 waterfall shows blank (like when TXing). ALC is stuck on 1
> Bar
> > when I've got it set 4-5 Bars. If I click Tune in WSJT-X once or twice I
> see
> > the 4-5 Bars ALC and then all returns to normal.
> >
> > Is TX being "Stuck On" my KX2 or WSJT-X acting up? Using Win 10 and a
> > Soundblaster Play! 3 USB audio adaptor.
> >
>
>
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>
> Message: 15
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 11:12:30 -0700
> From: Jim Brown <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
> Message-ID:
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> On 8/9/2019 8:47 AM, MaverickNH wrote:
> > While I had quite a few Mix31 beads on antenna coax and the various other
> > power, CAT and audio cables connecting my rig, it seems adding a few more
> > helped. I think it was a ferrite bead on the special cable set that
> connects
> > the KXPA100 and KX2 that did the trick. RF leaking in somehow!
> Mix #31 is useful on the HF bands ONLY if multiple turns are wound
> through the core.? Only passing the cable through a bead is useful only
> on 2M. Study k9yc.com/RFI-Ham.pdf? and http://k9yc.com/2018Cookbook.pdf
> > While my base shack is all bonded to my AC panel ground, I'm running
> > "portable" with KX2/KPA100 on my deck and portable antennas in my back
> yard
> > while we're renovating. So I don't have a good bonding/ground
> configuration.
> > Virtually none!
>
> Every chassis in an interconnected system must be bonded together, even
> if there is no connection to the earth.? How are you powering the
> KX2/KPA100?? Battery? AC power supply and extension cord?
>
> What is your antenna?? Is it some form of end-fed wire, vertical or
> random orientation? If so, you need some form of counterpoise to carry
> the antenna's return current. If you don't provide one, return current
> will flow on the coax to the radio and the other equipment connected to
> it, where it can cause mischief. And you need a common mode choke at the
> feedpoint (the far end of the coax) as described in the two links above.
>
> 73, Jim K9YC
>
> >
> > BRET/N4SRN
> >
> >
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> Message: 16
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 13:25:28 -0700 (MST)
> From: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> Hi Don,
>
> No metal on those USD Audio Adaptors, unfortunately. I tried some Audio
> Isolator Transformers but those just gave PTT ERR on my KX2.
>
> I see some USB and Ethernet Laptop Ground devices that the EMF-sensitive
> people seem to use - I don't know if they work at all.
>
> https://www.electrahealth.com/Ethernet-grounding-adapter-kit_p_129.html
>
>
> https://www.electrahealth.com/Premium-USB-Grounding-Adapter-for-Laptops-and-Other-Devices_p_159.html
>
>
>
> BRET/N4SRN
>
>
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> Message: 17
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 17:15:57 -0400
> From: Don Wilhelm <[hidden email]>
> To: MaverickNH <[hidden email]>, [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8; format=flowed
>
> Bret,
>
> There is no way that Audio Isolation transformers (by themselves) could
> produce an ERR PTT unless you have VOX turned ON and the transformers
> are making the hum worse.
>
> ERR PTT means that there is a key (or PTT) closure during the power on
> sequence.  Look for the source.
>
> I assume you have set PTT via CAT Command (or something similar) and
> have turned off VOX in the KX2.
>
> Hanging in transmit can be caused by using two sources to turn on
> transmit.  Make sure there is nothing plugged into the KEY jack and the
> KXPD2 paddles are not closed - turn VOX to OFF and use PTT via CAT
> Command from the software for the most reliable PTT operation.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 8/9/2019 4:25 PM, MaverickNH wrote:
> > Hi Don,
> >
> > No metal on those USD Audio Adaptors, unfortunately. I tried some Audio
> > Isolator Transformers but those just gave PTT ERR on my KX2.
> >
> > I see some USB and Ethernet Laptop Ground devices that the EMF-sensitive
> > people seem to use - I don't know if they work at all.
> >
> > https://www.electrahealth.com/Ethernet-grounding-adapter-kit_p_129.html
> >
> >
> https://www.electrahealth.com/Premium-USB-Grounding-Adapter-for-Laptops-and-Other-Devices_p_159.html
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 18
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 16:32:12 -0500
> From: Timothy Elwell <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX2 TX "Sticks On" in FT8?
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8; format=flowed
>
> I apologize if this isn't applicable here. I don't have the KX2, so this
> may be useless. However, I had the same issue going on with FT8 and
> other digital modes with my KX3 (basically, anything the computer keyed.
> Mic keying worked correctly, however). Nothing seemed to fix it, even
> changing between computers, different sets of Elecraft cables, etc. With
> the KX3, I opened it up and pulled both ends of the ribbon cable between
> the top and bottom halves of the radio. When put back together,
> everything worked like I champ. I can't say why it worked, but it fixed
> my problem. Again, I don't know if the KX2 has this open half design
> like the KX3 since I don't have one. But, I thought I would throw this
> out in case it does.
>
> Tim
> KG1GEM
>
> On 8/9/19 6:32 AM, MaverickNH wrote:
> > While running FT8 on my KX2/KXPA100, the TX red LED will sometimes stay
> on
> > and the FT8 waterfall shows blank (like when TXing). ALC is stuck on 1
> Bar
> > when I've got it set 4-5 Bars. If I click Tune in WSJT-X once or twice I
> see
> > the 4-5 Bars ALC and then all returns to normal.
> >
> > Is TX being "Stuck On" my KX2 or WSJT-X acting up? Using Win 10 and a
> > Soundblaster Play! 3 USB audio adaptor.
> >
> > Bret/N4SRN
> >
> >
> >
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>
>
>
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>
> Message: 19
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 15:05:13 -0700
> From: Bob Younger <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] Want to trade: Elecraft KXPA w/ATU for my ACOM
>         1010
> Message-ID:
>         <
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> I would like to trade my ACOM1010 for an Elecraft KXPA w/ATU. The ACOM is
> in essentially perfect condition; and currently wired for 120V. It would
> sell used for more or less the same price as the KXPA w/ATU. If I'm buying
> a used linear I'd sure rather arrange a trade (plus or minus) with someone
> on this list than take my chances with eBay or other platforms. And of
> course, if someone has a KXPA that they just don't have any use for, I'll
> be more than glad to help them with it ;-).  I love my KX3, but I'm finding
> that when operating portable, too often 10-15W is just not making the trip
> these days; and the ACOM requires me to take a generator along. I would
> also be glad to just sell the ACOM if you're interested but don't have a
> KXPA to trade.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Bob Younger  AI6KU
> [hidden email]
> 619.961.7272
> I live in San Diego County. Driving aways to exchange would work for me.
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 20
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 18:29:24 -0400
> From: "Michael Raskin" <[hidden email]>
> To: <[hidden email]>
> Subject: [Elecraft] Weighted Knobs for Main and VFO B
> Message-ID: <4C5709FF641F499F83A38281D783DCD2@DESKTOPFSUHCE9>
> Content-Type: text/plain;       charset="iso-8859-1"
>
> For Sale are a pair of weighted knobs from 73.CNC.com for the K3 or K3s
> Main VFO and VFO B.  The knobs are black and the Main VFO knob has a ball
> bearing finger dimple. Both knobs are in perfect condition.  They are no
> longer being produced. $150 for the pair. including shipping.
>
> Mike W4UM
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 21
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 17:46:14 -0700
> From: Craig Bradley <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 with SVGA for sale
> Message-ID:
>         <CAECuoE0iMnMWk_qMHK4OvHi-XJQwsQzFgXk3=mzNXj=
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> I have an Elecraft P3 Panadapter with the SVGA option installed for sale.
>
> It has been connected to my remote station and not turned on most of the
> time.  Very clean, non-smoking environment.
>
> I can ship it via UPS or it is available for pickup in San Jose.
>
>
>
> $575 + shipping
>
> PayPal accepted.
>
>
>
> Please respond offline to [hidden email]
>
>
>
> 73,
>
>      - Craig, AE6RR
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 22
> Date: Fri, 9 Aug 2019 22:44:30 -0500 (CDT)
> From: Michael Marx <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3/0 Mini
> Message-ID:
>         <
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> Hey all, I am on the hunt for a K3/0 Mini.  If anyone has one they'd like
> to sell, let me know.  Best is email to [hidden email]
>
> 73
> Mike WB0SND
>
>
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>
> Message: 23
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 06:08:23 -0600
> From: Pete Meier <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] FS: K3 (s*) 100w + P3 Package
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain;       charset=us-ascii
>
> K3 and P3 are both in excellent cosmetic and working condition with low
> usage hours. Non-smoker environment.
> All Manuals, documentation and cables included. I am second owner.
> Purchased K3 unit in late 2015.
> Upgraded with P3, KAT3/P3-K, KPA3A, KXV3A, KBPF3, 2.7 kHz and 500 Hz
> Filters in late 2015.
> Upgraded with (K3s*) KSYN3AUPG Upgrade Kit in early 2017.
>
> K3 160-6 Meter Transceiver with K3(s*) Synthesizer KSYN3A
> P3 High Performance Panadapter
> KPA3A 100-Watt Amplifier
> KAT3A 100-Watt Automatic Antenna Tuner
> KXV3A Interface Option
> KBPF3 General Coverage Receive Option
> 2.7 kHz Filter
> 500 Hz Filter
>
> Price  $2195 plus shipping.  Ships in new Elecraft boxing and packing.
> Please reply off list.
>
> Pete
> pmeier at me dot com
> Amateur Radio Callsign: WK8S
> || I never lose. If I don't win, I learn. - unknown author ||
> Pete Meier
> pmeier at me.com
> Amateur Radio Callsign: WK8S
> || I never lose. If I don't win, I learn. - unknown author ||
>
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>
> Message: 24
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 07:05:51 -0700 (MST)
> From: Ned Mountain  WC4X <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Weighted Knobs for Main and VFO B
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> Just sent you an e mail about the knobs.
>
> Ned
> WC4X
>
>
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> Message: 25
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 10:13:07 -0400
> From: "Michael Raskin" <[hidden email]>
> To: <[hidden email]>
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 knobs are sold
> Message-ID: <976DCB37D6344B759C7E874F23BA4A1F@DESKTOPFSUHCE9>
> Content-Type: text/plain;       charset="iso-8859-1"
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 26
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 08:33:27 -0700
> From: Phil Hystad <[hidden email]>
> To: Elecraft Reflector <[hidden email]>
> Subject: [Elecraft] FS:  Astron RS-50M Linear Power Supply
> Message-ID: <[hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain;       charset=utf-8
>
> I am selling my Astron RS-50M Linear Power Supply but prefer to sell
> locally (Greater Seattle Area) rather than box up and ship it so prefer
> some kind of local pickup (or, delivery if not too far out of my way).
>
> It is in perfect condition except for the meter back lights are burned
> out.  I have owned a number of these Astrons and for some reason this
> always happens.  My other Astron supply does not have lights in the meters
> either however I never do look at those meters so for me it was no big deal
> ? lights aren?t needed anyway to read the meter.   No dents or scratches on
> the cabinet that I know of ? in fact, I don?t think it has ever been moved
> once I put it in place about 8 years ago.
>
> I also built a nice wooden table that the power supply sits upon.  It is
> designed to allow airflow underneath from underneath.  The table is sized
> to provide a height of the power supply underneath my table I use for
> operating.  This table is offered as a free gift to the buyer if they want
> it.
>
> This power supply retails for something above $300 depending on where you
> buy it.  I am offering it at $150.  No dents or scratches on the panel that
> I know of.
>
> If interested, let me know by e-mail.
>
> 73, phil, K7PEH
> [hidden email] <mailto:[hidden email]>
> QTH: Kirkland, WA
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 27
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 09:24:26 -0700
> From: Craig Bradley <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft P3 with SVGA for sale
> Message-ID:
>         <
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> have an Elecraft P3 Panadapter with the SVGA option installed for sale.
>
> It has been connected to my remote station and not turned on most of the
> time.  Very clean, non-smoking environment.
>
> I can ship it via UPS or it is available for pickup in San Jose.
>
>  The P3 with the SVGA option is $1054.90 on the Elecraft web site.
>
> Price: $575 + shipping
>
> PayPal accepted.
>
>  Please respond offline to [hidden email]
>
>  73,
>
>      - Craig, AE6RR
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 28
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 11:29:21 -0500
> From: Aaron <[hidden email]>
> To: [hidden email]
> Subject: [Elecraft] KX3 ATU Not Tuning
> Message-ID:
>         <
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> I have a KX3 with the ATU installed. I replaced the batteries and since
> then the ATU will not tune.  When I hit the ATU TUNE button it just says
> 25.4-1 and I can hear the relays going off. I opened it back up and looked
> for any cables not connected or anything and it looked all fine to me but I
> could have missed something.  It was working just fine before the battery
> switch.
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 29
> Date: Sat, 10 Aug 2019 15:03:46 -0400
> From: rich hurd WC3T <[hidden email]>
> To: Aaron <[hidden email]>
> Cc: [hidden email]
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3 ATU Not Tuning
> Message-ID:
>         <CABYU7WgfA+bMZhnC390fYY0BNfFuMMfzS1oXuUqNcjLqEgX=+
> [hidden email]>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> >From what I?ve read, you have an open circuit to the antenna.   Feedline
> okay?   I had a marginal feedline and had to replace it.
>
> I also had a bad BNC cable that deformed the connector on the side of the
> KX3 and had to replace it as well.
>
> On Sat, Aug 10, 2019 at 12:29 Aaron <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> > I have a KX3 with the ATU installed. I replaced the batteries and since
> > then the ATU will not tune.  When I hit the ATU TUNE button it just says
> > 25.4-1 and I can hear the relays going off. I opened it back up and
> looked
> > for any cables not connected or anything and it looked all fine to me
> but I
> > could have missed something.  It was working just fine before the battery
> > switch.
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