[Elecraft] A few questions before ordering the K2 kit...

[jez]

Jim,

thanks for clearing up some of my questions,

using a battery is indeed an interesting idea. Didn't think about it yet,
but as I probably own the smallest shack in HAM history at the moment I will
definitely think about that.

Thanks for the idea with putting the KPA100 in a separate EC2 with the
KAT100. I'll probably go for the K2 10W version for some months until I know
which configuration for the 100W PA / ATU options (internal / external) I
prefer.

Apart from that I have the KSB2 SSB option on my list, plus maybe (or later)
the KNB2 noise blanker and the KIO2 interface module. The K160RX 160-meter
add on unfortunately won't make much sense, as there's not much space for an
antenna.


Thomas


Jim Wiley-2 wrote:
> 
> You will need some sort of DC power source.  Some operators use a 
> 12-volt battery and a separate charger.  If you are into "green" things, 
> a 7 amp-hour gel cell and a solar charger (with charge regulator) will 
> be adequate for the average operator.  Others use a 20-ampere hour (or 
> so) lead-acid battery (either wet or gel type)  and a suitable automatic 
> charger. 
> 
> 
> Some operators use a regulated  DC power supply of some type. The K2 
> will draw perhaps 5 amperes max.  I would use a minimum of a 10 ampere 
> supply, but a supply with a 15 0r 20 ampere rating will allows your to 
> add other things to your station at a  later date.   Your choice
> 
> 
> The KAT100  tuner is appropriate for the KPA100 amplifier option.  Many 
> builders, including myself, opt for having the amplifier in a separate 
> EC2 cabinet, together with the KAT100.  This allows the basic low-power 
> K2 to be used with it's internal KAT2 tuner for portable use, which can 
> then be easily connected to the K2 for base station use. 
> 
> 
> Other options I have found useful for the K2, in my personal choice of 
> order of usefulness:
> 
> 
> The KSB2 SSB module,  the KNB2 noise blanker,  the KBAT2 internal 
> battery,  the KIO2 interface module, the  K160RX 160-meter add on, and 
> either the KDSP2 or KAF2 audio filter.   I personally favor the KDSP2, 
> but it is considerably more expensive.  I have not installed the K60XV 
> option  (waiting for the 60 meter band to become more like the rest of 
> the other bands in what can be done there).
> 

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