[Elecraft] K2 building plan

[Gary D Krause]

Hi Ron,

I'm glad you mention how easy it is to add the modules.  That'something that I 
was wondering about also.  Some people make it sound like it's really 
difficult to do and others say it's a breeze.  It's hard to know for sure 
until you experience it yourself.  I think I will order the basic rig and 
build it, then add the modules as I go.  I'm only interested in the SSB module 
and the amp.

Gary, N7HTS


On Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:19:36 -0700
  "Ron D'Eau Claire" <rondec at easystreet.com> wrote:
> The order is unimportant, Greg, as long as you build the basic K2 first! 
> 
> I can't speak about the rework eliminators. They are not an Elecraft product
> and I didn't use them as I built my K2 module-by-module over the years. I
> found adding modules a trivial exercise. Since I haven't added every module
> Elecraft makes, I like not having extra plug-in "jumpers" in my K2 that may
> never be used. As the basic K2 is built, the procedure includes placing wire
> jumpers on the PC board (in one case it's a capacitor provided with the kit)
> that bypass the connections to each option module. Then, as you choose and
> add modules, part of the build process for each module involves installing a
> header in a place provided on a K2 pc board where the module plugs in and
> cutting/removing the jumper(s) your originally installed to bypass it. 
> 
> The K2 was designed to built modularly with each owner choosing those
> options he/she finds useful or as they fit the budget.
> 
> The most important point is to build the K2 first, following the
> instructions in the manual and doing the in-process resistance and
> performance tests as they are called out. They are designed to catch any
> mistakes quickly when they are still easiest to fix. Then, once you have the
> K2 fully assembled and tested, you start adding the modules one-by-one in
> any order you wish, checking the operation of each as you go. 
> 
> 73, 
> 
> Ron AC7AC
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> 
> Hi all, this is my first post here, and although I see the concurrent 
> "Looking at Elecraft Kits" message, I didn't want to step on that 
> thread, because my question is a little different.
> 
> I've gotten the K2 bug (real bad ;->) and plan to order one in the 
> coming week.  I have some kit building experience, and have a Hakko 
> 936, magnifying lamp, etc., although I need to study the information on 
> the Elecraft site about recommended solder.  I want to build a K2 for 
> use as a base station, and (as a No-Code General) plan to 
> purchase/build in the following order:
> 
> 1.  K2 w/ KSB2, and include the Rework Eliminator "Option Ready" 
> package.  I'll worry about a mic when the time comes.
> 
> 2.  KPA100 (internal, not in an EC2 with the KAT100, etc.)
> 
> 3.  KAT100
> 
> 4.  KNB2, K160M, K60XV
> 
> 5.  KDSP2
> 
> Considering that (if I understand correctly) the Rework Eliminator 
> package aids in progressive building, my question is:
> 
> Does this seem like a feasible plan, or is there something (e.g., 
> K60XV, for which I can't find a whole lot of info about) that would be 
> better to build in initially?
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> Greg, Athens, GA
> KI4MMM
> 
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