[Elecraft] K3 VFO split problem

Eric Swartz - WA6HHQ, Elecraft eric at elecraft.com
Mon Sep 22 18:28:17 EDT 2008


Sounds like you have the other VFO on each band set to SSB. That would 
change the default mode for that control to Mic Gain from CW Speed.

A single tap of A->B only copies frequency. A double tap of A->B copies 
all other parameters (mode, filter etc.)

73, Eric  WA6HHQ



Rick Dettinger wrote:
> My K3, Serial Number 556, is not working properly in the VFO split 
> mode.  I only work CW and when I hold split, the CW speed control 
> light changes to the MIC  light.  The transmitter will then not key.  
> Switching back to transceive restores the ability to key the 
> transmitter.   This happens on all bands except 80, 40, and 30 
> meters.  On these three bands, everything works as it should.  This 
> might be a clue, as these are the only bands I normally use.  I just 
> found this out today when I went on 20 meters.  I usually use split 
> instead of RIT, as I prefer to use the larger knob.  My firmware is 
> 02.39 and 01.91.  Any ideas?  Did I not set up all the bands correctly?
>
> Thanks and 73
> Rick Dettinger    K7MW_______________________________________________
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