[Elecraft] KRx3a Install

[Bob Novas]

Today I installed a KRX3A in a K3S.  Not my favorite day.  On the plus side,
I plugged the K3S in and everything seems to be working. Big grin!  On the
negative side.

 

1.      I do not believe there is anywhere described installing the TMP
cable between KREF3 J5 and KRX3A J82, other than in Figure 47. I didn't know
which length TMP cable to use, so I used a 10" one.

2.      I have a 5" TMP cable left over (I chose to go the Aux Antenna BNC
Connector route).  Is this expected?

3.      I hate the way the KRX3A has to be blindly inserted onto the
input/output connectors.  I guess I got it right.

4.      The config menu says that a KRX3 is installed (not a KRX3A). Is that
ok? (latest firmware all around).

 

All in all, a harrowing 4 hour experience I don't want to repeat. Hopefully
the results will be worth it!

 

 

 

Bob, W3DK