[Elecraft] KX3 #3933 VFO encoder noise

[Matt VK2RQ]

Yes, it is normal. To reduce the effect, you can enable the "VFO NR" setting in the menu, and/or enable "RX SHFT=8" for the bands where the tuning noise is annoying.

73, Matt VK3RQ


On 13/04/2013, at 6:03 AM, Hans Østnell <la2moa at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi group!
> 
> Just noticed that the VFO encoder in my KX3 is generating noise on a couple
> of bands when tuning, On 10 MHz a just a little, on 14 MHz a little bit
> more, a bit worse on 18 and 21 MHz, and even more on 24 and 28 MHz. Nothing
> on 50 MHz and nothing below 10 MHz.
> 
> Is this normal, or does anyone have a hint of any solution of this problem?
> 
> The noise it's not really that loud, but pretty annoying when tuning around.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Hans / LA2MOA
> Vardø, Arctic Norway
> KQ50ni - EU141
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