[Elecraft] RESOLVED: K3S Speaker sound question

[Jerry Moore]

Problem: Speaker distortion/buzzing 

Solution: Something is loose inside the radio.

 

Background: 

I purchased my K3S as a kit and assembled per the manual. I was especially careful to not bend or damage the speaker.

Normally I listen on my headset and don’t use the speaker.

While attending Morse Academy we noticed distortion and buzzing on my CW monitor audio (I have the monitor turned up so that my class mates/Instructor can hear me).

 

I called into Elecraft and spoke with Harold in Support. In about 15 seconds we isolated the issue down to something loose inside the radio. 

Removing the cover and holding it my had results in no distortion or buzzing.

Installing the cover and putting pressure on the back third of the cover (over the PA) squelches the noise. 

 

YAY!! Now to find out what’s loose..

 

Elecraft never ceases to exceed my expectations, I’m a very happy Ham.

 

 

Jerry Moore

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