The build of my KX1 seems to be going nicely. I liked the idea that I got from reading several posts of others building the KX1 - that is to start with a DL1 kit and then do the ATU before starting the KX1. So, that is how I began. The DL1 and the ATU are done, or I should say as much as the ATU can be before needing the KX1. As folks have stated before, the instructions are great. I completed Part 1 of the build Wed evening and was able to check it out up to the AC voltage checks. Everything was within 0.02 of the value required. However, my DMM isn't able to check AC milli-Volts and I don't have ready access to another DMM. I did check all of the capacitors and solder joints and everything looks good. Is it safe to assume (don't you love that word?) that the AC voltages are OK if all of the other things check out at spec levels? All of the indications after those steps work just fine. If I can get access to another DMM later, can I go back and check those values, or does the installation of the Part 2 components alter the readings?
Second question: I read ahead a little on the Part 2 instructions and was a little confused with the C56 installation on page 34. Why does it have you solder pins 2 and 3 of K1 when it seems that you cut them later and then solder C56 to the pads? Wouldn't it be neater to cut the leads before soldering and then put C56 on those pads? Or am I misunderstanding that step? It was really good to see things light up after the Part 1 build! Positive reinforcement is a great thing!! Thanks in advance. Ken - AB8GQ ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
