[Elecraft] K3/0 PSK distortion

[DGB]

Thanks foTalked with Elecraft and they sent me a paper on setting up the 
different modes for the K3/0. One thing I was doing wrong was using Data 
A when they recommend USB. Seems to be okay now with some more signal 
reports.

HNY to all 73 de NS9I Dwight

On 12/29/2015 5:03 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Dwight,
>
> You have the audio level set correctly if you are getting 4 bars on 
> the ALC meter with the 5th one flickering at times.
> Are you using DATA A mode?  If you are using USB mode, you must 
> manually turn off compression and set the equalizer flat.  Using DATA 
> A does that automatically.
> Another thing to consider is that the soundcard output of the laptop 
> may be distorted.  You might try an external soundcard.
> Do you have distortion in SSB voice operation?  If no distortion in 
> SSB, there is likely nothing wrong with the K3.
>
> Those are the only things I can think of at the moment - unless the 
> problem is with the receiving station.
> One nice thing about remote operation (if the transmitter is really a 
> good distance from your control position), you can use another 
> receiver and computer to monitor your data mode signals yourself.  A 
> modest antenna should do OK for receiving your signal so you may be 
> able to 'sneak it' by the HOA or your building manager.  Think stealth 
> antennas for portable work.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 12/29/2015 4:37 PM, DGB wrote:
>> I'm using a new K3/0 mini and the remoteRig boxes to remote my K3.
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>> I'm getting reports of my PSK looking like I'm over driving it.
>>
>> I have my laptop soundcard level set down to 10 as recommended by 
>> Brandon. When xmtg I set the ALC level to 4 with 5th flickering or 
>> even just 4. If I go any lower I get no output.
>>
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