[Elecraft] KX3 Spec Sheet

[w2bvh]

  Transverter interface??

--Lenny W2BVH

On 5/21/2011 8:28 PM, K4SC wrote:
> As an aid to those of you who weren't at Dayton to see the KX3, I'll pass on
> the following from the Spec Sheet that was handed out as well as a comment
> on the price.
>
> Price first:  A little bird told me the targe price would be in the $800
> range.  I didn't get that from Wayne, but from another Elecraft employee.
>
> There is a disclaimer on the Spec Sheet that reads; This is advance
> information.  Specifications and option/accessory availability are subject
> to change without notice.  OK we've got that out of the way.
>
> Everything below is directly from the spec sheet:
>
> KX3 STANDARD FEATURES
> ° 160-6 meter ham bands; generazl coverage from 1.6-30 MHz (optional
> broadcast-band filter module covers 0.5-1.6 KHz)
> °All modes: SSB, CW, Data (four sub-modes), AM FM
> °Ultra-compact size: 3.4"H x 7.4"W x 1.7"D; 18 oz. (less options)
> °Rear tilt feet fold up for transport
> °Custom high-contrast LCD with alphanumeric text display
> °Current drain as low as 150 mA in receive mode
> °High-performance 32-bit floating-point DSP
> °Built-in PSK/TTY decode/encode allows data mode operation without a PC;
> transmit in data modes using CW keyer paddle
> °Low-noise synthesizer with 1-Hz tuning resolution
> °Firmware updateable via provided application software
>
> RECEIVER
> °Quadrature down-sampling mixer compatible with PC-based SDR
> (software-defined-radio) applications
> °Receiver I/Q outputs for use with PC soundcard
> °Narrow roofing filter option with four bandwidths (500Hz, 1500Hz, 2700Hz,
> 3800Hz) for excellent dynamic range
> °Switchable preamp (2 levels) and attenuator (2 levels)
> °8-band receive audio equalizer
> °Dual watch over ±10kHz range; uses applicable roofing filter
> °Easy-to-use PassBand Tuning (PBT) for shift/width/hicut/locut; roofing
> filters automatically track DSP filter settings
> °Automatic and manual notch filtering; adjustable noise reduction and noise
> blanking; binaural audio effects for enhanced receive
> °Center-tuning indicator for CW and data modes
> °Built-in speaker; stereo jack for headphones/external speakers
>
> TRANSMITTER
> °Adjustable output, 0.1 to 10W+ (100W+ with KXPA100 amp)
> °Ruged, SWR and temperature-protected final amplifier stage
> °Optional MH3 microphone with PT and UP/DOWN functions
> °Optional attached keyer paddle with spacing adjustment
> °Switchable PA output impedance for efficient 5-W or 10-W use
> °Fast, silent, PIN-diode T-R switching - no relays
> °DSP speech processing for excellent "punch"
> °8 band equalizer tailors passband to your voice and microphone
>
> OTHER FEATURES
> °Built in digital voice recorder (DVR) with two message buffers
> °Internal CW keyer with 8-50 WPM range
> °Six CW/DATA message memories
> °100 general-purpose memories store VFO A/B, modes, etc.
> °Accessory/RS-232 port for computer control using supplied cable
> °Full remote-control command set works with most amateur radio software
> applications (emulates Elecraft K3)
> °One-click firmware upgrades via the web (with free PC software)
> Optional mobile bracket compatible with RAM-mounts
> °Tutoriall-style manual ideal for new hams
>
> OPTIONS and ACCESSORIES
> KXFLE Roofing Filter Module (500/1500/2700/3800 Hz)
> KXAT3 Internal, Wide-Range 20-W Automatic Antenna Tuner
> KXAM3 Broadcast Band Filter Module (0.5-1.6 MHz)
> KXBT3 Internal 8-AA Cell Battery Pack with NiMH Charger (Batteries not
> supplied; nonrechanrgeable batteries can also be used)
> KXPD3 Precision Keyer Paddle
> KXMM3 Mobile Mount Bracket
> MH3 Hand Microphone with UP/DN Controls
> KUSB RS232 to USB Adapter
> KXPA100 High-Performance 160-6 meter, 100-W Amplifier; usable with most 5 to
> 10 W transceivers
> KXAT100 Wide-Range 100-W ATU with Dual Anenna Jacks (attaches to KXPA100
> module)
>
> I will add that I actually played with it for a couple of minutes, held it
> in my hands and it is remarkably light.  There was a sign up list for
> getting email when orders will be accepted (late Summer is what the same
> little bird told me)  For those of you across the pond, Wayne said they did
> not have CE approval, yet.
>
> IMHO, the Yaesu FT-817 is dead, long live the KX3!
>
> Chuck K4SC
>
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