Lyle speaks the truth! Also, dont forget that handy little knob labled "RF GAIN"!
I find that, in combination with the HI setting in the AF output, the sdjustable AGC attack and decay settings and the new DSP parameters since the release of V3r25, amazing things can be dug out from 200hz above and below a 30 over S9 CQ'er on 40 meters (using the 500hz filter). It also works well when 1.3-1.5kHz above or below the same on SSB (using the 1.8kHz filter). Reducing the RF Gain also reduces the inherent atmospheric noise, which the DSP is now quite adept at masking. It always amazes me how many people never touch the RF gain control on their receivers, leaving them wide open all the time. On 40 and below, most all rigs have way too much sensitivity, which is actually a hinderance in many instances, in my opinion. Note the Kenwood "AIP" button that effectively "deafens" a TS 450/850/950 rig by shutting off the first IF amplifier. They should have labeled that button "Contest Receiver Optimizer". -lu-W4LT- K3 S# 3182 ______________________________________________________________ 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
