[Elecraft] KX3 Portable Antennas suggestions ?

[Bill Gerth]

Ron,

I'd strongly recommend getting the KXPD3 paddle.  I did NOT order it  
initially and only ordered it AFTER I got my KX3 (SN 112).  The KXPD3  
is a big improvement over the KX1 paddle which I had already used with  
a friend's KX1 and didn't like.  The light weight and compact size of  
the KXPD3 are bonuses.  I really like it and think it is a great  
addition to the KX3 if you have any thought of using the KX3 in the  
field.  The ability to configure the KX3 to use the KXPD3 as a hand  
key is nice for participating in SKCC events.  It is very easy to use  
as a hand key.

Hope this helps.

73,
BILL
W4RK
KX3 (SN112)


On Jun 15, 2012, at 8:38 PM, Ronald Nutter wrote:

> Put myself on the waiting list for a KX3.  Hope to have it in the
> August/September timeframe.
>
> In the meantime, I am starting to put together a ultra-portable kit  
> that
> will allow me to operate from just about anywhere.
> Since I will be flying quite a bit at times, I am starting with a
> Pelican 1470 case to protect the KX3 and the other items needed for
> operation.
>
> Since I may be restricted at times to operating from a hotel room, I
> have been looking at a collapsible antenna such as the MFJ-1840T, etc
> for each of the bands I may want to work.  Since I hope to be able to
> purchase the auto-tuner option by the time my number comes up, I  
> figured
> on throwing in a roll of wire for when I can operate outside.  Would
> like to see what other options those of you who already have KX3's  
> have
> had good luck with.  Depending on conditions/where I will be operating
> from, I might switch antennas because I can if for no other reason.
>
> Havent decided on getting the Iambic Paddle or not.  Dont do a lot of
> operating on CW but might change that.
>
> Suggestions ?
>
> Ron
> KA4KYI
>
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