[Elecraft] Need information

[EricJ]

In the automotive world we used to say, "There's no substitute for cubic 
inches."

I think in the radio world, "There is no substitute for a good antenna."

I frequently compare signals between my K2, K1, KX1, various SWLs, 
various RockMites and homebrew QRP rigs on a TH7DXX at 60'. Maybe 75% of 
the time I can hear them well enough to work them on all of those 
receivers (though QRM/QRN is obviously easier to handle with the K2). 
Almost never is a signal readable on the K2, but not on the K1. It can 
be more pleasant listening to the K2 w/DSP, but I could still work the 
station on either rig.

The K3 has a lot of features that will make operating much more 
pleasurable, but I doubt it will increase your ability to make every day 
QSOs. Search for the best antenna you can erect given your 
circumstances. The return will be higher for a relatively small outlay 
in cash.

Eric
KE6US

On 4/4/2013 2:44 AM, Brian - K1NW wrote:
> Dick,
>
> I am almost certain the problem is that your antenna is not outside. You
> should see if they will let you hang it from the eaves outside your room -
> like a bird feeder. I copied this from the EHam.net reviews page:
>
> "If you are experiencing difficulty, visit IsotronUserGroup on Yahoo Groups
> or email me at bobdaney at arrl.net. I am in no way afilliated with Isotron. I
> just appreciate good ham gear that works."
>
> This same reviewer recounted his father using an Isotron antenna in his
> retirement community. Perhaps the Yahoo group he set up can help you.
>
> Since it is likely your antenna, getting a different radio would not make
> any (much?) difference.
>
> I'm rooting for you!
>
>
>
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