Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

No densely packed Surface Mount components to solder on two sides of the PCB? Heck, hardly worth the effort. ;-) Actually, I'm a bit of a newbie on kits, and didn't want to muck up my new K3S system. That, and the factory burn-in and re-alignment seemed like a real plus. I'll have fun enough

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query... Now why would he do all that? He said he ordered a BUILT K3S-100 > Holy cow!!! NICE!!! You should be all set... > > Start reading the Assembly manual... 3 times at least. > Get a box(es) with at least 30 compartments to sepa

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Oops.. I missed that. It would never occur to me to buy a "built" unit if I could get it as a kit... __ Clay Autery, KY5G MONTAC Enterprises (318) 518-1389 On 7/15/2016 8:43 PM, Merv Schweigert wrote: > Now why would he do all that? He said he ordered a BUILT K3S-100 > >

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Now why would he do all that? He said he ordered a BUILT K3S-100 Holy cow!!! NICE!!! You should be all set... Start reading the Assembly manual... 3 times at least. Get a box(es) with at least 30 compartments to separate out all the hardware... Also... do a 100% inventory BEFORE you

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Holy cow!!! NICE!!! You should be all set... Start reading the Assembly manual... 3 times at least. Get a box(es) with at least 30 compartments to separate out all the hardware... Also... do a 100% inventory BEFORE you start... It's a pain, but it will save you a LOT of trouble and headaches

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Again, thanks for all the help on and off list. My ship came in a bit faster than expected, so I've been able to order a built K3S-100 today, with ATU, SubRX, DigVoice, GenRX, TCXO/REF, 2.8/1.8/1.0/400/250 8-pole filters, K-Pod, mike and headset as well as a P3 with TXMON and SVGA. No 2m module -

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Ah. I suppose Elecraft might cover issues beyond a year for original owners, for for a used unit, you pay the rate/parts. What was your experience, if you don't mind me asking. Best regards, Bret aka Charles Jessee KC1CJN -- Original Message -- From: Elecraft mailing list [via Elecraft]

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

I've been monitoring this list for similar threads now for a bit now as my situation is close to Maverick's. I love my K2, but after having played with some online sets via WebSDR.org and learning some basics on using a panadapter has only piqued my interest to getting a newer set. Data modes

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

> On Jul 14, 2016, at 7:17 AM, MaverickNH wrote: > > The used K3/P3 option is attractive, but I miss out on the "Next Generation" > hardware and add some risk for used equipment. Past the 1 year warranty, I'm > only trusting the owner that "as is" is fully functional. >

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Hi Joel, For pain point #1: I set up two macros accessible via the same PF key on the KX3. The last couple of macro commands setup a toggle on each macro line. Makes switching between SSB and Digital very easy/fast with the press of one button. I offer the two macros for your consideration.

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Let me add a little to the fray then. Up to recently, I had both the K3/P3 combo *and* a KX3. I sold the K3/P3 and added a PX3 to the KX3. I am looking to add the KXPA100 sooner or later. My K3 had a lot of options: 100 W amp 2nd receiver BPF on the 1st receiver 500 Hz CW filters in both

Re: [Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

Summarizing some great offline feedback I'm getting, I can see a few options emerging: 1. Get a loaded K3S/P3 2. Get a loaded KX3/PX3/KXPA100 system 3. Get a loaded/used K3/P3, which "beats" a KX3 system used for a base, at about the cost of a KX3 system 4. Get a "limited" K3S/P3 system, which is

[Elecraft] Another KX3 vs K3S Query...

But maybe phrased another way. I'm just a few years into HAM with a General license, and continuing to explore CW, contesting, digital, etc., using my Yaesu FT-897D. The major upsides for the KX3 vs K3S are portability and cost - a Full Monty K3S-100/P3 vs Full Monty KX3/PX3/KXPA100 is about