[Elecraft] Transmit when switching from DATA to AM mode?

[Joe Planisky]

Although not mentioned in the release notes, this problem appears to  
have been fixed in the 2.80 beta release.  Thanks Wayne, Lyle, or  
whoever was responsible. :-)

73
--
Joe KB8AP

On Dec 25, 2008, at 7:37 PM, Joe Planisky wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I've just discovered something odd with my K3 (#1772).  When I  
> switch mode from DATA to AM via the front panel Mode button, the rig  
> tries to transmit.  The red TX light comes on momentarily and I get  
> a ERR TXF message (if in band) or an END message (if out of band) in  
> the VFO B area.  I don't have the AM filter installed, so I don't  
> think anything is actually going out over the air, but it doesn't  
> seem like the rig should ever go into transmit on a mere mode change.
>
> It ONLY happens when going from DATA to AM, not when going from FM  
> to AM or between any other modes in either direction.  There is no  
> mic connected to the rig, nor anything connected to the rear panel  
> mic or line inputs.  The only things connected to the rig are a  
> paddle, an external speaker, and the antenna.   It happens whether  
> in VOX or PTT mode.
>
> I first noticed it with MCU 2.67 (although I can't say if it  
> happened with earlier versions.)  I've updated to the 2.76 beta  
> release and it still happens.
>
> Anyone else see this?
>
> 73
> --
> Joe KB8AP