[Elecraft] New Elecraft Product: KX1 Ultra-portable HF QRP Transceiver

[Phil Wheeler]

Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft wrote:

> The Elecraft KX1 is a very compact, multi-band CW transceiver 
> optimized for backpacking and travel use. With internal battery, 
> internal automatic antenna tuner, plug-in keyer paddle, and log-book 
> lamp, it offers a high level of integration. The enclosure measures 
> just 1.2 x 3 x 5.3 inches (3 x 7.5 x 13 cm), and the transceiver 
> weighs just 9 ounces (11 ounces with both the optional ATU and keyer 
> paddle installed). 


Questions:

o  What is the paddle like?  Is it based on some existing design we can 
read about somewhere?

o  I assume an external paddle can be used (my Schurr Portable Wabbler 
can be used).  Yes?

o Does the 30 meter adapter fit inside the rig's case?

73, Phil