[Elecraft] P3 level query

[Ross]

I have just received my P3 and have a query.

I use my K3 for EME contacts, however with 2 bars showing on the K3 bargraph, I cannot get the P3 to go below -123dbm.
At that level I cannot see the input noise on the P3.
When I push level, then try to increase the -123 by turning the select knob , the screen comes up immediately with
P3 boot loader. download firmware ready for download. Definitely NOT what I want.

So is the P3 limited to -123dbm, and if so why, and if not, why cannot it show the noise level even with 2 bars showing on the K3 bargraph and how do I
increase/decrease to below 123, without the P3boot loader screen starting.?

Comments please.
Regards
Ross
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