[Elecraft] KX3-2M and -4M now available to order

[Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft]

Hi Mike,

Answers below:

We will be updating the FAQ shortly with the latest specs.

I believe this is total RX current, but only during active receive. The RX current is much lower than this as we have now implemented the battery save mode like most HTs, where the rx can be user set to be sampled at regular intervals when squelched, with it in low current standby otherwise.

Yes, you can turn off the 2M option from the menu if desired.

The Squelched current is the total current draw.

The factory installed price is the same for new KX3s getting the 2M option and for those returned to the factory for installation of the option.  While not overly difficult, the 2M option does take more time than the simple plugging in of a board like the KXAT3. Factory installation also involves specific routing and installation of several thin coax cables and PCB insertion of micro coax RF connectors, along with a full factory test of the installed 2M option and the rest of the KX3 after installation to make sure Hf operation was not disturbed. We try to test to a level above that normally required for field installations of the option. 

Eric
elecraft.com
_..._