[Elecraft] Rev 4.51 firmware - what AGC settings worked on big pile-ups with loud AND weak signals in the WPX?

[KQ8M]

Did anyone notice more than normal hum on signals? I don't think it was the new settings as some stations had it, most didn't but I
would just like to make sure it wasn't just me.

I also run with the gain wide open and while running stations would get the loud one that would blow my ear drums. I didn't' try
returning the settings to defaults. But I am still searching for good settings.

73,
Tim Herrick, KQ8M
Charter Member North Coast Contesters
kq8m at kq8m.com

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From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Robby.VY2SS
Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 8:27 AM
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Rev 4.51 firmware - what AGC settings worked on big pile-ups with loud AND weak signals in the WPX?

I had limited time available for the WPX and operated as VF2A. I loaded v4.51
beta before the contest to try it out. I tried the settings mentioned above
before the contest. I cannot imagine using them. I cannot imagine spending
the entire contest with my hand on the  gain controls to prevent serious ear
damage. I run my RF gain wide open. Always. I finally changed my settings to
the defaults in my owners manual. I contested with both hands on the
keyboard. I worked the weak stations with no difficulty and the strong ones
with no pain. I do not expect every improvement to be useful to me. Everyone
configures and uses their K3 differently. I am very impressed that Elecraft
is able (and willing) to keep improving our equipment. I have never
regretted buying anything from them.

-Robby
VY2SS

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