[Elecraft] KX2 KXIO2 RTC Adjustment

[Don Wilhelm]

Tim,

I would suggest trying again to recalibrate it.  The recalibration can 
be a long process of trial and error with the results measured over 
several days.
That is a lot less expensive than buying a new one or sending it to 
Elecraft.

I do not expect the long term accuracy of any rig's real time clock to 
be correct over a period of days.  Even gaining a minute a day is 
sufficient for logging during an outing.
Actually, I do not use it, I use the Timex on my wrist for accurate 
timekeeping, and it is easier for me than pulling up the RTC display on 
the KX2 when doing paper logging.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 8/25/2018 5:20 PM, Tim McDonough N9PUZ wrote:
> I have a KX2 with the internal tuner and the KXIO2 clock module which I 
> purchased used and it is long out of warranty. The clock gains a nearly 
> minute per day in spite of having performed the calibration/adjustment.
> 
> Elecraft advised that while they are more than happy to repair it by the 
> time I pay for labor and shipping both ways it is probably better to buy 
> a new KXIO2 module which will have a warranty. I can appreciate that and 
> don't fault them a bit for the price but I'm just wondering if anyone 
> has a suggestion for a DIY repair. I spend plenty of money on the hobby 
> but am just wondering if I can get a working internal clock for less 
> than $80 plus shipping?