[Elecraft] Some issues with K3

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

> However, the K3 with 8xxx serial number has very tinny receive audio 
> in USB mode, and the transmit audio lacks volume in both USB and LSB
> modes.
What filter is installed?  Check both filter settings - filter selected
for SSB transmit and offset for the SSB filter using the K3 Utility.

Do both rigs have identical filters or is one a 2700 and the other a
2800?  2700 will have an offset, 2800 will not.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 10/27/2024 12:43 PM, Chris wrote:
> Hello all,
> 
> I have two K3s, both acquired recently, one with an earlier serial number
> (09xx) and the other with a later one (8xxx). 8xxx came to my shack first,
> so I've used it with KPA500 and KAT500. When I got my second K3, I compared
> them and found some differences, primarily due to their different options
> and settings. There are a few things that I am still scratching my head
> with. The K3 with the 09xx serial number is working with no flaws.
> However, the K3 with 8xxx serial number has very tinny receive audio in USB
> mode, and the transmit audio lacks volume in both USB and LSB modes.
> 
> TX and RX EQ settings, mic gain, and comp level are identical, and I am
> using the same MC-60 microphone.
> 
> Am I missing something? I appreciate your thoughts on this. The bottom line
> is that I am with a good working K3, at least.
> 
> Many thanks,
> 
> Chris KM1B