[Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration?

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

Sorry Don ... 

> You can order the basic K3/10 and it will do all modes.

Not quite.  If you want FM transmit/receive you must add 
the KFL3B-FM (FM Filter).  If you want AM transmit you must 
add the KFL3B-6K (6 KHz filter).  AM receive is possible 
with significantly restricted fidelity using the stock 
SSB filter. 



> -----Original Message-----
> From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm
> Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2008 3:43 PM
> To: James Young
> Cc: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Initial Configuration?
> 
> 
> James,
> 
> You can order the basic K3/10 and it will do all modes.  All 
> the options 
> can be added later, so you can get your feet wet with the 
> basic K3 while 
> deciding what else you will need for your operating preferences.  The 
> stock filter will work just fine as long as you are not into 
> working on 
> a crowded band under extreme conditions such as weak signal DXing or 
> heavy contesting..
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> James Young wrote:
> > Thanks, in advance for your help! I apologize if this question has 
> > been asked before, but here goes.
> >
> > What would be the least expensive initial configuration for a new 
> > (factory assembled) K3? My operating preference is SSB, but 
> I may try 
> > some of the digital modes at some point.
> >
> > I can do without the general coverate receive feature, but I'm not 
> > sure about the need for the second receiver for the K3. 
> Also, will the 
> > stock filters (including the roofing filter) be good for 
> awhile? What 
> > other options should I consider and would you recommend any 
> of the K3 
> > mods that have been produced? Can the other options be 
> easily added in 
> > the future?
> >
> > Again, thank you for your advice.
> > Very 73,
> > Jim K9RII
> >
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