[Elecraft] K3 :: firmware update failure

[Steve Jackson]

I downloaded the new P3 utility and the latest firmware, plus the 4.12
release from the Elecraft server.

I've never had any problem on a firmware update, and the new load onto the
P3 worked just fine.

Then, I opened the K3 fw utility and proceeded to install the 4.12
revision.

First, a message popped up that said I have to shut the power off to the P3,
so I did.

Then, the process stopped.  Inconsolable.

Now, the rig says 'MCU LD' and the TX light is flashing.  The computer
cannot 'contact' the radio.  Power cycles, and holding the power button to
force the bootloader are to no avail.

I will try connecting the serial port directly to the rig and attempt to
'fix' it that way.  Any other suggestions?


Steve KZ1X/4
K1, K2 ... K3 ?