[Elecraft] P3 #33

[Bill W4ZV]

Peter ZL1PWD wrote:
> 
> 1/  The bottom cover is quite a tight fit against the RJ connector and I
> may take it apart and adjust it with a small file.
> 
> ###Slightly loosen *all* screws in *all* 2D connectors holding the bottom
> *and* sides touching the bottom.  Try moving the metal and it may snap
> into place.  Then re-tighten the screws.
> 
> 2/ I will have to check if I have the "I.F. Buffer Gain Mod." installed as
> the signals on screen are only visible  on very strong ones.
> 
> ###Very easy to check your K3 by removing the front bottom cover only. 
> Replace 1 SMD or tack solder one leaded resistor in parallel.
> 
> 3/ There is a blemish (photo available) on the front panel metal work in
> the cutout around the screen about 7-8mm up from the bottom on the right
> hand side.Its like there was a fault in the press that was used to make
> the cutout.
> 
> ###I would send your photo to parts at elecraft.com and ask for a
> replacement.  They will probably tell you to just trash the old one.  The
> earliest Field Test panels all had to be replaced for another reason.
> 
> 4/ I notice a red light flashing at about 50-60 hz from the underside thru
> a join in the steel panels.
> 
> ###This is normal...don't worry about it.
> 
> 73,  Bill  W4ZV
> 

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