Fwd: Re: [Elecraft] More AGC

[W B Reese]

Dear List,

I'd just like to add my 2 cents in on this discussion.  I'm thankful the K2 
has an AGC off position.  I use it all the time except when scanning.

Very 73,

TR@radions.net
WB6TMY CFO #1000

> > In my experience, the audio of most receivers , the K-2 included, is
> > improved by turning off the AGC when receiving moderate to strong CW
> > signals. The fixed signal to noise ratio that AGC imparts under these
> > conditions is unpleasant to me. Also, on moderate to strong signals when
>the
> > AGC is turned off, I can reduce the RF gainto get rid of  most of the
>noise
> > and increase the AF gain to bring up the signal for nearly noise free
> > reception. This only works well when the audio stages are low noise of
> > course.
> > James R. Duffey KK6MC/5

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