[Elecraft] K3 mod for K-Pod level of difficulty

[Lyle Johnson]

The mod simply allows more current to be drawn from an otherwise unused 
pin on an otherwise unused connector while still affording protection to 
the power supply within the radio (protection from a short on the 
connector pin).

73,

Lyle KK7P


On 6/29/16 8:04 PM, Clay Autery wrote:
> Apologize if this question has already been asked/answered.
>
> I have K3s #106xx, so I need the mod.
>
> Is there any downside to making the mod (other than risk).  I mean, is
> there any chance of it affecting TX/RX quality, et al?
> Assuming not; just checking...
>
> 73,
>
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> Clay Autery, KY5G
> MONTAC Enterprises
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>
> On 6/29/2016 9:55 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
>> Any K3S later than serial number 10787 (kit) or 10801 (factory assembled)
>> can power the K-Pod without further modification. The change was made on all
>> subsequent units.
>>
>> So I'd hazard the guess that yours is "ready to roll" without any further
>> issues.
>>
>> Yes, the K-Pod Owner's manual advises owners of older K3s or K3 rigs that
>> Elecraft will do the mod for them.
>>
>> Optionally, you can simply power the K-Pod from the 12 VDC power connector
>> on the back panel of the K3. A suitable power cable is included with the
>> K-Pod.
>>
>> 73, Ron AC7AC
>>
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