[Elecraft] using the PR6

[iain macdonnell - N6ML]

PS. See also http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/K3-6M-operation-td4095258.html#a4114227

On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 8:40 AM, iain macdonnell - N6ML <ar at dseven.org> wrote:
> You want to turn the internal pre-amp OFF when using the PR6, since
> the PR6 should always have sufficient gain to overcome the K3
> receiver's internal noise. The internal pre-amp won't add any value,
> and could reduce your dynamic range.
>
> 73,
>
>     ~iain / N6ML
>
>
> On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 8:31 AM, Mike Sanders <k0az at centurytel.net> wrote:
>> Bill, I have the PR-6 on my K3. Generally I leave the PRE on all the time
>> unless
>> it is necessary to drop it out due to very strong signals on the lower
>> frequency
>> bands. The only control I use is the RX ANT to switch the PR-6 in and out
>> with
>> the configuration you have on your set up. It is effective and is almost
>> always
>> on when I am on 6 meters with the K3. Enjoy your K3 on 6 as things are now
>> popping on the band.   73
>>
>>
>>              K0AZ
>>        Mike Sanders
>> EM37cd SW Missouri
>>      www.k0az.com
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
>> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of William Hein
>> Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2013 10:17 AM
>> To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
>> Subject: [Elecraft] using the PR6
>>
>> I am slightly confused on the proper operation of the PR6.  I installed the
>> PR6 on my K3 according to the instructions:
>>
>>         ** CTRL line used (supplied DB-15 connected to ACC port)
>>
>>         ** PR6  jumper P2 removed
>>
>>         ** CONFIG: DIGOUT1 ON set on 6m
>>
>> So, when I am operating on 6m do I select RX ANT and PRE or just RX ANT?  If
>> just RX ANT is the appropriate protocol what will be the effect will
>> selecting both PRE and RX ANT?  I've fuddled about with these buttons but
>> would like to know the recommended procedure.
>>
>> 73
>> Bill
>>
>> William Hein, AA7XT
>> ex-AA4XT, NT1Y, AA6TT, KC6EDP
>>
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