First-off my apology this reply is so behind in time. My main computer was under re-build so was having to use web-based e-mail to access my e-mail and the reflector would not recognise me as registered for posting replies.
I think which parameter is most significant depends a lot on the use, whether that be HF contest, DX, rag-chew, and what mode: CW, SSB, or one of the digital modes. Is this a strong-signal environ or super weak-signal? Across the board (Sherwood table) the KX3 is impressive (when on takes into what challenges a direct-conversion receiver faces). Also the entry cost for a new radio is pretty great for being on top of the list! For my favored modes which all involve weak-signal reception the -144 dBc/Hz LO noise is a big plus! I do not encounter nearby large signals so the other two parameters are less of an issue. But I will use the KX3 in a wider range of ham use so the strong-signal characteristics will be definitely nice. As to the individual selling his FT-817 (being made harder) ....why I sold mine last winter ahead of the game. Aside to Wayne: Sherwood numbers great stuff to add to my product review paper on using the KX3 as IF radio for mw. The mw gang hold great store by low-noise LO's. Next they look at LO freq. stability so a pending EXREF will be significant for purchase decisions made by mw hams. I'm hoping we can see the KX3-2M before the presentation in San Jose (MUD-2012) Biltmore Hotel, Oct. 19-20. 144-MHz is the most popular IF for mw equipment. 73, Ed - KL7UW "glad I only rebuild my computer every couple years!" ______________________________________________________________ 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
