[Elecraft] N-gen question

[Matt Zilmer]

Couple of questions on the N-gen:

1. The instruction sheet gives "35 dB" of Excess Noise Output.  Is
this referenced to -174 dBm or some other?

I'm seeing S0 on a KX3 with the switch OFF, and S5-6 with the switch
on.  Seems usable.  I have S5 at -97 dBm, S6 at -91 dBm.  So the
reference level is around -132 to -126 dBm, if I read this spec
correctly.

2. Can someone reference a data sheet for the MAR-1 MMIC?  I'm going
to search for it, but thought someone might have it around.

The N-gen makes a nice 30 minute build, and is fun.  Parents are still
giving me kits even though I'm 55 y/o - because they want to watch me
build them - yes, right on the spot in their living room in Tucson.

I restrained meself until we got back to SoCal and I had my wrist
strap on.

Happy New Year to All.

73,
matt W6NIA