[Elecraft] K3 very slow to reach dialed rf output

John ve7day at telus.net
Tue Jul 14 10:55:42 EDT 2020


Thanks to all who had suggestions.

Windows had made an update and changed audio settings.

Problem solved.

73.

John.

ve7day.


On 14/07/2020 6:18 a.m., David Herring wrote:
> Sounds like your audio level it set too low.
> Try adjusting that up. Don’t quote me, but if memory serves that has to be 4 bars with the 5th flickering.
> A search through the archives will find that addressed many times.
> Audio too low makes the K3 “power hunt” which is what it sounds like yours is doing.
>
> 73,
> David - N5DCH
>
>
>
>> On Jul 13, 2020, at 11:52 PM, John <ve7day at telus.net> wrote:
>>
>>
>> When I dial up, or down rf output, it takes in excess of 30 seconds
>>
>> to reach the output level, which is much lower than requested.
>>
>> 3 "bars" on the rf meter.  That looks to be 20 to 25 watts.
>>
>> If I readjust the level, up or down, it takes another 30+
>>
>> seconds and it will not go over 3 "bars".
>>
>> Anyone offer any suggestions?
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> 73.
>>
>> John.
>>
>> ve7day.
>>
>>
>>
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