[Elecraft] SO2R

[Morgan Bailey]

Wayne,

What i would really like to see implemented is an SO2R controller placed in
a KAT500 size box.  I think it would be the ideal size for the interface.
Using 2 K3/K3S radios and full amplifier capability. This would include
sequencer switching for turning off amplified RX arrays and a 12/13.6 V
power supply switching for an array pre-amp. Power supply does not need to
be included, just a good fast relay to sequentially turn off the pre-amps
so they don't get blown up using an amp in near proximity. Include an input
for a ps on the back and that way what ever pre-amp you have the op
supplies the voltage and you supply the switching.

Next using the same size box, the KAT500, put band pass filters in the box
for 2 radios or at least one radio. Auto and manual buttons on the front
panel if possible.

Most importantly, the matching SO2R box and i can deal with filters as
needed for the antennas that I use.  I don't even have a K3S yet but soon
will be making a $6000 investment of a K3S and associated equipment.

Lastly, If possible making a 1000 to 1200 or possible 1500 watt amp in 2
boxes each the size of a K3S…10x10x4. Use one box for the PS and the other
for the amp.  PS on the floor to clean up op table and keep the flow of the
gear.  I loved the Ten Tec titan amp and omniV gear that I once owned
because it all fit together well. I currently have the 1.5kl THP amp. What
a great amp that is. Way over built but rock solid stable.  It puts out 900
watts and it is solidly built but weights a ton. If the same guts but in 2
boxes PS/RF control decks, that would make my day. Yes i know it is going
to be costly but what good amp is not costly. And yes i understand the cost
benefit ratio that a small business must analyze but I also think that
Elecraft people drink the koolaide and would gladly love to have a black
ugly box that says elecraft on it in the spartan, utilitarian fashion that
is so epicly descriptive of the Elecraft line. No frills that not needed,
just pure function done well.

I just pulled 800 feet of coax and switching cables today and will soon be
putting down 1200ft of radials under a vertical. Next year is the tower.
Beams are in the garage. Plan to be radioactive in october and doing SS in
Nov as my first contest in 16 years.

73 NJ8M