[Elecraft] K3 compression settings

[David F. Reed]

Ron,

as it turns out, I am using Line in to connect the sound card output, 
but I am still "seeing" compression on the meter.

What gives?

Thanks & 73 de Dave, W5SV

Ron Kenwood wrote:
> Hi Dave:
>
> The usual practice for sound card digital modes is to use line in 
> instead of the rear panel mic. Using line in automatically turns off 
> compression if I remember correctly which is what you want for digital 
> modes. Again, if I remember correctly, using line in mutes the mic and 
> avoids the need for a noise gate.
>
> Ron W3ZV
>
> David F. Reed wrote:
>> I am curious about this, but not sure...
>>
>> I understand that the input gain on transmit is separately settable 
>> for front panel vs. rear audio in.
>>
>> But, it would make sense to me if the compression and gating were 
>> also separately adjustable, front and rear.
>>
>> Why? Because when I operate phone, I use the front MIC jack, and want 
>> some compression and gating; when I operate digital sound card modes, 
>> I would like to have no compression, and no gating.
>>
>> Is there a way to do this and I am missing it, or am I hoping for an 
>> upgrade to the firmware?
>>
>> 73 de Dave, w5sv