K3 will be used for mostly HF cw contacts. and primarily for 6 meter dxing.
and possibley 2 meters Weak signal work.
73
de
Wp4o, Ed, Tampa, FL
EL 87
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Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2008 12:50 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Is the K3 for non-contesters?
Steve,
I will be using the K3 for pretty much only CW and SWL. Perhaps a
little PSK.
I like some small CW contests, but am not a contester by any means.
I'll be sticking with the 10 watt version; my K2 has shown that that
is sufficient power for me. Will also only have a very basic filter
set.
I did order the ATU; the K2 spoiled me with that. My antennas are
endfed wire and attic dipoles.
Too much rig for my limited needs? Maybe, but I'm pretty sure I'll get
my money's worth in enjoyment.
73,
Drew
AF2Z
On Sat, 02 Feb 2008 09:59:00 -0700, you wrote:
Hi Everyone,
With a K3 in my future (I ordered a loaded one about a month ago), are
there are any non-contesters like me out there who are K3 owners, or
prospective owners, who just like hamming in general and have no special
need for the K3's contesting prowess? (Contesting seems to be a popular
topic amongst K3 owners on the reflector.)
The rig's extensive menus, its Cadillac-like fit and finish, and firmware
updating capabilities are certainly appealing to me as are many of its
other capabilities. But I'll also confess that Elecraft's legendary
customer service and its reputation for excellence are also big selling
points for me. (Maybe I've answered my own question!)
I operate lots of CW with a small fleet of two K2s and a KX1 that are all
excellent performers. Occasional SSB and PSK QSOs are also very
enjoyable.
I'm just curious about whether the K3's capabilities and performance are
as appealing to others like me (non-contesters) as they obviously are to
contesters. I'm a great fan of CW and have been trying hard to get my
code speed up to a consistent 20-25wpm for a long time.
I realize that my question emerges from the slippery realm of personal
preference, but I'd enjoy your comments.
Thanks and 73 to all...
Steve Banks
K0PQ
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