[Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrades will require a PC; some options may require an upgrade

[wayne burdick]

If you purchase a K3, you will definitely need to have a PC (or 
possibly other types of computers--we're working on that) in order to 
obtain firmware upgrades. The firmware is upgraded via a connection 
from the radio to your computer, not by installing a new IC, as with 
our other transceivers.

This is important for two reasons:

1. The firmware will be improved over time, with new features, etc.

2. Option modules that you install *after* taking delivery of the K3 
may require a firmware upgrade. For example, the subreceiver may not be 
ready at the time of initial shipment (it would be ready shortly 
thereafter). Once you install it, you may need to upgrade the firmware 
to use it.

Upgrading the firmware is easy (typically just one mouse click). 
Virtually any internet connection speed will suffice for downloading 
the files from our web site. This is all done without operator 
intervention.

73,
Wayne
N6KR


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