[Elecraft] mic pin config for the k3 microphone(what Mic r the FT's using)

[ab7r at cablespeed.com]

Hi Ed!

If you go to the Elecraft website and find the K3 FAQ page there's a mic pinout 
diagram there.

I have the MH2 for when I want to take the rig portable.  But from my fixed location 
I use a PR40 connected to the back.  Or for contesting I use a set of Heil Quiet 
phones.

Just about any mic should be able to work well.  So if you already have a mic, wire 
it up in accordance with the diagram on the FAQ.  The K3 designers had great 
forethought to put switchable bias on both the front panel and rear panel mic 
connections.  There should also be plenty of mic gain for most situations.

When  you start using the radio, you should set the COMP to zero, adjust your your 
mic gain for correct ALC action, then introduce some compression if desired.  I only 
use about 2 bars of indicated compression on the scale and I get fine audio reports.



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73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065

On Wed Sep 26  8:10 , "Ed Rodriguez"  sent:

>Sorry for the dumb question, but what configuration is the mic pin for the K3 , ie; 
Kenwood 8 pin? what microphones  are the field testers using? what do you all 
recommend to use, Elecraft is selling the Hand Mic, how does that preform?
>
>thanks
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