[Elecraft] new subscriber and first question

[Doug Basberg]

Hello;

 

I just put together my K3/100 with ATU.  What a great transceiver!  

 

Now I need to hook it to my vintage Collins 30L-1 linear amp.  The manual
says the K3 can handle up to 200 volts on 'key out'.  That might mean I can
hook up directly to the linear.  One question is whether that also means
minus 200v.  The Collins has -170vdc on its connector.  I was thinking the
K3 uses relay contacts for the 'key out', but maybe not.  Second question is
whether the K3 schematics are available? 

 

The powerful configurability of the K3 means I have a learning curve to go
thru.  I think this reflector will be a big help.  Searching the archives
will probably solve a lot of questions and then there is the 'live'
community.  Very good.  I also subscribed to the yahoo group.

 

73s Doug N8VY