[Elecraft] Re: K3 Operating Tip: Menu help text and factory default settings

[wayne burdick]

>> So, you think the CONFIG menu doesn't have enough entries? That means
>> you probably have CONFIG:TECH MD (tech mode) set to OFF. Set it to ON
>> and stand back  ;)
>
> Which brings me to ask "Why wouldn't one just leave his K3 in TECH MD 
> all the
> time?  Is there a disadvantage to this?

You might want to leave TECH MD set to OFF so you won't accidentally 
change parameters best left at their present values. Most TECH MD 
entries are for tests that are used during initial calibration or 
troubleshooting. Others enable features that are less-often used, and 
if turned on unintentionally might cause confusion.

The owner's manual has full descriptions. I do encourage everyone to 
read the entire menu section, just so you'll know what you can do with 
the rig. (Or, if you don't like to read manuals, just go to each one in 
turn and tap DISP to get the short version.)

The latest firmware includes some menu entries not yet documented in 
the manual. I'll post an updated list of these when I get a chance.

73,
Wayne
N6KR

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