[Elecraft] KAT3 losses vs KAT3A

[Bill McDowell]

The new KAT3A tuner has a relay bypass that results in lower losses.  What are the losses in the old KAT3 without a relay?  And do the losses occur when using a matched antenna with the old KAT3 NOT engaged.  The statement: "Lower loss on bands where matched antennas are used." is a little cryptic to me with respect to the KAT3A version.

Are the losses in the old version present irrespective of the tuner being inline or not?

Clarification would be appreciated.

73
Bill, K4CIA