[Elecraft] New K3 KIO3 Line In/Out problem

[Neoklis Kyriazis]

Hi

I am trying to set up my newly completed K3 s/n 5750 to work on digital
modes with my desktop computer and my own Linux software (PSK31 and 
Hell). I am having problems with the Line Out and Line In connections
of the KIO3 unit.

The output from the Line Out socket is of very low amplitude and the
only way to get anything on the waterfal is to set the LIN OUT config
to =PHONES and turn up the volume very high. Also I need to connect to
the sound card's Mic input instead of Line, and use full Mic boost and
Mic volume at the same time.

The Line In connection requires full volume for the sound card's
output and full Line gain (60) in the K3 to get any power output in
SSB mode. I have set the main menu to LIN IN for the microphone input.

Another thing that worries me a little is that changing the LIN OUT
from =PHONES to NOR makes no difference. The output from the Line Out
remains unchanged by the setting of NORM, down to 000 indication.

I feel that there is something wrong in the KIO3 card, although I have
tested all other connections, including the RS232 remote control, and
they work. Only Line Out and Line In are apparently faulty.

Please tell me it isn't! That I have gotten something wrong in the
configuration or setup of the rig. It will be difficult for me to remove
the KIO3 and try to fix it or replace -:(

 
Regards

Neoklis - Ham Radio Call 5B4AZ
QTH Locator KM64KR
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