I considered buying the Expert 2K, but decided against it because there
was no apparent way to tie the ATU into my antenna switch. I'm not sure
there is or will be with the KPA1500, either, but it is much more
attractive based on Elecraft's reputation. Besides, I've since built an
external tuner, which IS tied into my antenna switch, which matches both
tribanders almost perfectly, so it won't even be necessary to use the
ATU. That was, however, a lot of work.
73,
Scott K9MA
On 1/27/2018 12:06, Ignacy wrote:
Microham Station Master listens to K3 traffic, decodes frequency and sets
switches as programmed. This is regardless whether the amp or computer are
on. Also very reliable unit. Can also be used for as rotator controller. I
cannot praise it enough.
I have Expert 2k-fa and it is a love-hate relationships. On one hand, 2
input and 6 outputs with a reasonable antenna tuner. I switch bands and
antennas, and no extra work. On the other hand, it failed 4 times, the PS
supply creates RFI (fixed partially by a large toroid), and it is pretty
loud., requiring headsets all the time. Also, ability to control antennas
outside of front panel (or an unreliable app) is variable under Flex only
(DDUTIL).
Expert 1.3k-fa has RFI quiet PS and is very light. Its back fans are quiet
but the one insides is annoyingly loud - apparently fixed in newer models.
Also only 4 antenna outputs. But it was brilliant working with KX3 as
CE0Y/NO9E.
So I am looking for an Expert replacement -quiet both acoustically and RFI,
as automatic and with good CAT. Perhaps KPA1500-2 will be it.
Ignacy, NO9E
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