[Elecraft] KX3 VFO B skipping

[Don Wilhelm]

It is most likely that the encoder must be replaced to correct that 
behavior.

The VFO B encoder is a thru-hole part and can be replaced if you have 
good de-soldering tools and work very carefully so you do not damage 
anything else around it or damage the board or the SMD parts that are in 
close proximity to the encoder solder pads.
Reverse the steps in the assembly manual to tell you how to get to the 
encoder and front panel board.  Make careful note of the screw size and 
length in each place you remove a screw.

If doing that gives you pause, then let the techs at Elecraft handle it 
for you - it will be worth the price.  Contact support to initiate the 
RSA process.
If you just want to purchase the encoder and do it yourself, you can 
contact parts at elecraft.com directly.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 4/7/2016 12:52 AM, kc1fdg wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Just received a used KX3 today and found that VFO B is skipping. Lets say
> the top number is rotation out of 9 and bottom number is actual sensed
> position, it kinda does this>
>
>