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

[Gary Smith]

For me the hassle is I power the P3 from the K3s. Unfortunately, my 
K3s serial # is 10622, so I need to do the mod or have the extra 
wires on my desk. It would be nice if a 9V battery could be placed 
inside as a powering option.

73,

Gary
KA1J

> 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