[Elecraft] KX3 - Power out vs. ALC bars

[John]

Is it safe to say my very low input audio level was compensated by the 
KX3's power control loop to yield 5 watts out (the actual radio power 
setting)?

It's hard to shake my Icom digital interface habits.

Thanks.
John, kx4o

On 3/2/2015 12:34 AM, k3ndm at comcast.net wrote:
> John,
>      The manual states that you should keep the ALC bars in the not to 
> exceed 5 range. This keeps distortion down. Power is controlled by 
> other means. As the radio is not rated for 100% duty cycle for 10 
> Watts, I would recommend that you stay under 4 Watts for the digital 
> modes if running barefoot.
>
> 73,
> Barry
> K3NDM
>
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