[Elecraft] [KX3] Question: KX3 and K3 Exclusive-Or ?

[Phil Hystad]

Wayne,

Thanks for the message below.  Actually, I was thinking of more subtle differences in features between the two.  I own a K3 and I will definitely be buying a KX3 (probably this Fall).  But, I watched a very nice video by Bob Nagy (AB5N) on the features of the KX3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlH5iJKpJKk&feature=related) and it appeared that there were a number of little things that were not available on the K3.

It could be that they were merely very minor differences due to the way that the KX3 panel is different but I thought that there were a few other things that were different too.  Now, I can't specifically remember what they were so I will have to watch the video again to be more specific.

73, phil, K7PEH


On Sep 9, 2012, at 10:36 AM, Wayne Burdick <n6kr at elecraft.com> wrote:

> Phil Hystad wrote:
> 
>> Is there a comparison of features in the KX3 that are different (in an improved way) then the K3?  And, is there a list of useful features of the K3 that are not in the KX3 (ignoring things like power out or current 2-meter ability)?
> 
> 
> The KX3 is, generally speaking, a subset of the K3 optimized for ultralight, portable operation (1.5 pounds, vs. 9 to 10 pounds for the K3). It also adds SDR features, attached keyer paddle, and some additional versatility for mobile operation (such as a mic with UP/DN buttons, and eventually a mobile mounting bracket).
> 
> The K3 adds:
> 
> - internal 100 watt PA and ATU options
> 
> - narrow crystal roofing filters (down to 200 Hz) for
>  outstanding close-in dynamic range in contest conditions
> 
> - superhet receiver with very narrow per-ham-band filters
>  for the ultimate in out-of-band signal rejection; optional
>  SWL-band filter modules for both main and sub
> 
> - fully independent sub receiver option with
>  performance identical to main receiver, allowing
>  monitoring of both TX and RX frequencies simultaneously
>  with different modes and bandwidths, and a separate
>  antenna input allowing independent band monitoring and
>  diversity receive
> 
> - full-size front panel with convenient control of
>  many additional DSP parameters, etc, and more menu
>  entries for customization of operating features
> 
> - close integration with the Elecraft K-line (KPA500 amp,
>  P3 panadapter, KAT500 ATU)
> 
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>