[Elecraft] K3 with Amertiron amp

[Don Wilhelm]

Gerry,

Specific answers:
There is a TX DLY configuration menu item that can be used to set the 
delay for the onset of RF - the default value is 8 ms.
The connector for KEYOUT is an RCA connector.
Both the Key and Paddle jacks are 1/4 inch phone jacks.

You would benefit by downloading the K3S manual to see the connectors on 
the rear panel and also look at the list of CONFIG Menu items to get an 
idea of how the K3S can be customized for your use.  Normally the menu 
defaults are usable, but better operation suited to your operating 
preferences can be achieved by varying those parameters.

One thing I insist on changing for my personal operation are the AGC 
Threshold and Slope parameters.  If you want to see a discussion on what 
happens when you change those parameters, look at the "Noisy K3" article 
on my website www.w3fpr.com.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 2/15/2016 7:05 PM, Scott James via Elecraft wrote:
> I am getting my K3S soon. Have been using Yaesu 1000MP and Ameritron AL82 with 1000MP set to semi QSK and it is OK.
> To tun a K3 into an ANertiron or any non Elecraft amp semi qsk, are there any setting I have to make and where would I find them?
> Also, is the connector input for key out RCA connector and is the jack for the paddle an RCA. Or?
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