[Elecraft] KAT100-1 and KDSP2 conflict

[Bozidar Benc]

Lyle,

Thanks a lot for the quick reply. I feel much better now knowing that the
problems are known and that you are working on fixes.

73 Bole, 9A3RR



> Hello Bole!
>
> The problem with the KAT100 is really a problem with running the
> KPA100 with
> a high SWR.  I am aware of this problem and have sent new MCUs to a couple
> of field testers to verify that it is fixed.  So far, the rigs that were
> experiencing this problem have been cured with the use of the new MCU
> firmware.
>
> I suggest in the meantime that you do all tuning at 10 watts or less, and
> only operate the KPA100 into a matched load.
>
> The disappearing menu at gain level 5 is also a known, but infrequent
> problem. I am working with the chip vendor, Atmel, to fix this problem.  I
> have a couple of test versions of a fix for this being exercised now, too.
> I think you may find that even though the menu display is blank, the 5.0
> setting still works and you can probably continue the sequence to 5.5 (or
> 4.5) and it will work fine.
>
> Thank you for reporting these.
>
> 73,
>
> Lyle KK7P
>
>
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