[Elecraft] Operational help for KX1

[Mac McKee]

Elecraft,
    I need assistance with the operation of my KX1.  I cannot get the radio to key-up using a straight key or a set of paddles.  It works with the KXPD1.  My KXPD1 does not seem to operate as smoothly as expected, i.e. the dash paddle doesn't always make contact with normal(for me) pressure.  When I enter the menu at INP and set it at Hnd and plug in a hand key or paddles nothing happens (rig won't key).  Am I missing something in the instructions?  Bad J3 recepticle?  Wrong plug on my key or paddles(These do work elsewhere)?  
    I have the KXB30 and the KXAT1 installed.  The number on the enclosure is 01186, I did not build the rig and I appear to be the 3rd owner. I have RevB,Nov3,2003 w/errata sheet Rev B-4, Oct 15,2004.  
    Thank you in advance for any assistance you may provide.  

Sincerely, Madison McKee (Mac), W3MAC