[Elecraft] best agc setting for the k3s

[Gmail - George]

Noel,
This subject is well discussed on this reflector from time to time.

I suggest starting with the discussion on Don's (W3FPR) web site - 
http://www.w3fpr.com/.
Go to the "Noisy K3? - Adjust your AGC Settings" section. That paper has a 
very good explanations of the K3 AGC system operation.

For a discussion of each control with suggested values and why beyond the 
Elecraft Operators Manual.
http://www.ve1zac.com/Jeff%20Smith%20K3%20AGC%20R1.pdf

You can chase your tail until you understand the settings and how they 
interact.
Go to Fred's (KE7F) "K3 AGC Story" sections at http://www.ke7x.com/home.
Fred has written tutorials on deciphering the Elecraft manuals with step by 
step instructions.
I do not have any of his books; however they get very good reviews on this 
reflector!

Personally - I refer to the transfer graphs. That helped me understand the 
AGC operation on my K3 & KX3.
http://www.ke7x.com/home/miscellaneous-k3-information/agc-4-51.  I have a 
laminated copy of this graph in my operating desk!
Also refer to these as well.
http://www.cliftonlaboratories.com/elecraft_k3_agc_and_s-meter.htm.

The Elecraft AGC system allows you a large room for adjustment to allow 
different modes of operation and preferences.
Unfortunately this also means that there is a learning curve to get it "Your 
Way"!
"Your Way" may change depending on the mode and band conditions.

Hopes this helps a little.
73
George
AI4VZ

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From: NOEL POULIN

Hi,
I am a new owner of a K3S.
I would like to know the best AGC SETTINGS  for the K3S
I mean  AGC DCY, AGC HLD, AGC PLS, AGC SLP,AGC THR.
I am not very satisfied with the default setting...