[Elecraft] KX3 Questions

[Matt Maguire]

I also had a situation where I was getting a string of dahs in the middle
of  transmission. At first I thought it may have been a sticky KXPD3 set
too tight, but then the same thing happened using an external Begali
paddle. The adhoc antenna feedline situation I was using was, let's just
say, not ideal, and I was running a full 10W when the problem happened, so
I then suspected RF was getting back into the radio. I replaced that
jury-rigged antenna setup with some proper feedline and a balun, and have
not had any problem since.

73, Matt VK2ACL
On Jul 2, 2012 11:14 PM, "Sid Leben" <sid at leben.com> wrote:

> I received my KX3 a few days ago & we are getting acquainted.  Similar to
> my K3, but not the same..
> I downloaded the newest Beta, 1.06.
> As I understand it, there is some form of DSP installed.  When I invoke
> "NR" the screen reads "tbd"  I assume that more is to come, as there are no
> levels to adjust as in the K3.  The AGC left at the default Threshold of 7,
> is not sufficient.  I will try lower levels to stop the overload from
> strong stations.
> I am trying to use the APF mode.  A little complex, but it tends to ring
> when peaked in mode II.
>
> XPD3 paddle.  Mechanically a very nice match to the rig.  I prefer a tight
> (little movement ) paddle. I adjusted the paddles until constant contact &
> then backed off, then tightened.  Still more movement then I like, but I
> can acclimate.  Sometimes in the middle of a transmission, I would get a
> string of dits or dahs, generally happens when settings too tight.  I have
> opened the settings more, inducing more travel, & I still get the "stuck"
> condition.  I am wondering if this is a mechanical problem with the key, or
> a software pblm with the encoder circuit ????
>
> I will take it portable this afternoon & give it a workout.  I would
> appreciate comments.
>
> Sid
> KC2EE
>
>
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