FWIW. My K3 main and sub RX both have stock 2k7 and the optional 500Hz
filters. I work SSB, CW and RTTY (AFSK). Works for me at both the
blunt and sharp end of pile-ups. Understand what the filters are for
and you might not feel the need to blow a kings ransom on too many
extras. You can always install them later (easy) if you really feel the
need.
My PC is a modest Dell Inspiron 560, Dual-Core, 3.2GHz Win7/64 box.
Software CW seems perfectly OK (Logger32 and SD), I no longer need
Winkey, however, I've kept my Micro Ham CW Keyer in case I need a USB
interface for either K2 or K3. Integrated audio is Realtek HD which
runs happily at 192 samples/sec so no fancy sound card needed. Has been
used with success on 6M EME JT65.
Minimalist at heart.
Regards,
Mike VP8NO
2. Is there really much of a difference between the stock 2.7 filters,
and the 2.8, 8 pole filters for SSB? I will never be on an island doing
a DXpedition. Could I save a few bucks and not get the 8 poles for both
RX's?
Buy Info follows:
Basic Rig:
K3/100-F K3 K3 Xcvr
KAT3-F K3 ATU
KRX3-F Second RX
KBPF3 Gen Coverage Module
KTCX03-1 K3 TXCO (Is this really needed?)
KDVR3 Digital voice recorder
KUSB USB Cable for connection to Linux box
Panadaptor:
P3-F
KXV3A (See question above)
Filters:
MAIN RX Only
AM:
KFL3A-6K AM Filter, only in Main RX
All filters below are in Both Main RX and Sub RX
SSB:
KFL3A-2.8 2.8, 8 Pole Replacement filter, RX, plus Sub RX
KFL3A-2.1 2.1, 8 Pole
CW:
KFL3A-1K 1 K, 8 Pole
KFL3A-400 400 Hz, 8 Pole
I may replace the 1K filters with 700 Hz filters, I am still mulling
this over, any thoughts would be appreciated.
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