[Elecraft] K3 6M problem

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

Jamie,

Did the antenna selection on the K3 get toggled to ANT 1 for
six meters?  Remember the ATN1/ANT2 is stored on a per band
basis.  If the rig was used in 6 with ANT 1 at field day, it's
likely that ANT 1 is still selected!

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 7/1/2011 12:06 PM, James C. Hall, MD wrote:
> Hello:
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> After returning my K3 back to the shack after Field Day, I have discovered
> that 6M no longer transmits with low SWR. I checked all the rear panel
> connections as it is interfaced through a microham MK2R+ and Stationmaster
> band decoder. However, I have the 6M antenna coax directly going to Antenna
> 2 on the radio. Using an antenna analyzer, the antenna shows excellent SWR.
> Using a dummy load to each antenna port, all bands shows good SWR except 6M.
> I updated the firmware and cycled the power but I still have the HI SWR
> showing with 6M.
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> I do have the PR6 pre-amp in line, but the problem is not receive.
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> I'm stumped. Any help appreciated.
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> 73, Jamie
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> WB4YDL
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