Re: [Elecraft] KX3 (SN01674) and CW in SSB - Feature request

[Don Wilhelm]

Martin,

The CW in SSB option already exists in the KX3.  Turn to page 37 in the 
manual and look at the CW WGHT menu description for how to turn it on 
and off.
With it turned on, your CW will be transmitted when touching the paddles 
even though the mode is in SSB.  Your signal will be heard by the other 
operator (listening in SSB mode) at whatever sidetone pitch you have set 
in the KX3.


73,
Don W3FPR

On 7/17/2017 3:14 PM, Martin Theodor Grewe wrote:



Well, one big finding was "doing CW in SSB mode" so called *C**W-IN-SSB*.
The frequency is at
SHF contest work extremly important - a small change in freq and the QSO is
lost. Therefore
it is a pleasure to call in SSB, station is answering in CW, very weak
signal: *C**W-IN-SSB *is possible.
And now the request: station did not get my call, I have to activate
Voice-Keyer again! But stop,
He can only read my CW signal - lets activate the CW-Keyer... ups, have to
change mode from SSB to
CW - to activate CW keyer: frequency lost!!! Station lost, no QSO!! To
explain further: I also now
the "SSB/CW VFO Offset" - but this is not helpful in "transverterbusiness".

I'd like to get something like "working in SSB", hear an answer in CW,
activate memory 3 or 4 which is only
used in "*C**W-IN-SSB", *to send a CQ-Call from memory 3 or an "QRZ QRZ
DL0LN DL0LN" from
memory 4 etc. in SSB - CW-IN-SSB oc.

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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Don Wilhelm]

Tom,

Have you centered the CW signal in the CWT bargraph?  That is necessary 
- use auto-spot for an easy way to tune the signal to center.

You could try narrowing the filter width to isolate that one signal.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 7/17/2017 11:38 AM, Tom Parish wrote:



Problem: I'm not seeing any CW decoding anymore except when I manually
touch the paddles.

I can hear CW signals coming in strong but no decoding seems to be occuring
for them.

Settings:
MODE: CW
FILTER: .45
CWT:  on
Logging: On
Green LED is showing
RX Thr - I've tried from THR1-THR4 - no change
The "T" is showing in the lower right hand corner

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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

[Tom Parish]

This did it. Problem resolve. Many thanks to all that who responded. This
is one amazing community.

The principle issue was clearly related to running a remote control/logging
software that had radically changed the Kx2 configuration.  Many thanks
to Bob McGraw K4TAX for mentioning this and of course Brian your specific
suggestion of checking the PreAmp gain. It has been pushed down to -60db.
And yes I was wondering what the heck happened regarding overall volume of
the radio but I had previous had some antenna issues and propagation has
been weird here (fewer contacts) and so forth.

Anyway, I'm good. I'm grateful.

Tom

On Mon, Jul 17, 2017 at 11:57 AM, Brian Hunt 
wrote:

> Is the RF gain all the way up (-0)?  Preamp ON?  Is the CWT cursor
> blinking with the received CW?  Make sure the filter is centered on the
> PITCH tone (indicated by the *. Use the SPT to tune the signal.
>
> Just a few thoughts. Hope it helps.
>
> 73,
> Brian, K0DTJ
>
> > On Jul 17, 2017, at 08:38, Tom Parish  wrote:
> >
> > I have a feeling I've bumble-fingered something on my KX2 configuration
> for
> > CW decoding.
> >
> >
>
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Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft@mailman.qth.net

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> On Jul 18, 2017, at 7:12 AM, Don Wilhelm  wrote:
> 
> Tom,
> 
> Have you centered the CW signal in the CWT bargraph?  That is necessary - use 
> auto-spot for an easy way to tune the signal to center.
> You could try narrowing the filter width to isolate that one signal.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
>> On 7/17/2017 11:38 AM, Tom Parish wrote:
>> 
>> Problem: I'm not seeing any CW decoding anymore except when I manually
>> touch the paddles.
>> I can hear CW signals coming in strong but no decoding seems to be occuring
>> for them.
>> Settings:
>> MODE: CW
>> FILTER: .45
>> CWT:  on
>> Logging: On
>> Green LED is showing
>> RX Thr - I've tried from THR1-THR4 - no change
>> The "T" is showing in the lower right hand corner
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[Elecraft] K2/100 SOLD

[Jan]

The K2/100 I had available has been "spoken for"  Thanks for the 
interest on the list.  72 Jan K1ND


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Re: [Elecraft] [KX3] Power On/Off Feature Request

[Scott Russell]

Thanks Lyle.

73, Scott N1SER



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[Elecraft] WTB: KXV3A

[Ian White]

Does anyone have a KXV3A module for sale? (Maybe someone who has
upgraded to a KXV3B.)

If needed, I can pay in US funds with a US shipping address.

73 from Ian GM3SEK



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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[KENT TRIMBLE]

http://www.armysurpluswarehouse.com/military-issue-unique-items-odds-and-ends/military-aluminum-pressurized-case-night-vision-goggles-storage-case.html

Perfect protection for a $4,000 K3 at a cost of $25.

Buy a block of foam padding, borrow your wife's electric carving knife, 
and cut the foam to match the contour of the K3.


This has protected mine for 10 years through numerous Field Days, 
Special Events, Scouting affairs, and other rambunctious episodes.


You could drive a truck over it without damaging the K3.  No promises 
for the truck, however.


73,

Kent  K9ZTV

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[Elecraft] About Rose's cases... and covers

[Rose]

Hi all!

I apologize for the general posting, but there seems to be
some interest about carrying cases for K3's.

Have a look at http://tinyurl.com/7lm3m5 .  It's the closest thing
I have to a web site.  If you need more specific information like
dimensions, color, padding, etc. I have a "canned" reply that
will answer virtually all your questions ... or message or call me.

You will also find me listed at the bottom of the front page of the
Elecraft webpage.

73!

Rose - N7HKW
elecraftcov...@gmail.com
1-406-560-3738
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[George Thornton]

I have been using cases like that to transport my K3 to Field Day for a number 
of years.  Although I thought I was being very careful I found that the radio 
sustained damage to some of the parts that stick out, specifically the SO239 
connector and a knob in the front that cracked.

I now use the Rose Kopp DXpedition case, the one that includes custom dense 
cell foam padding to protect the protruding parts on the front and back.

I would also think a hard Pelican type case with removable foam sections is 
another good way to protect your investment.

Given what we pay for this stuff, If you are going to move this around a lot 
for Field use, I would argue in favor of maximum protection.  The cost of a 
single repair trip to the factory is going to exceed the price of the best 
protective case.

From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net 
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Gebhardt
Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 11:02 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

I found a green Coleman 16 can soft side cooler at my local Menards store
for $17 that fits the K3s radio with manual perfectly. It has a plastic
liner which is not needed. The sides are nicely padded and it has a front
pocket for the hand mic and an inside mesh pocket for the power, serial,
and USB cables. If you don't mind red it looks like it is available at
Amazon for $11.

https://smile.amazon.com/Coleman-16-Can-Cooler-Green/dp/B006HFBV2I/ref=pd_lutyp_simh_4_1?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B006HFBV2I_rd_r=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ_rd_w=ds5qo_rd_wg=mrm2W=1=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ

Your welcome!

Mark

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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[Gordon LaPoint]

I use a Pelican case for the K3 and a second Pelican case for the P3.  I 
have many trips to VT for various contests, some setup like Field Day, 
along with many Field Day trips.  I have never suffered any damage to 
either the K3 or the P3, just some knob twiddling and finger poking from 
non K3 users that caused some head scratching for a few minutes!
I am very glad that I got Pelican cases for each!  If I decide to start 
taking the KPA-500 I will get another Pelican case for it.


Gordon - N1MGO

On 07/18/2017 02:15 PM, George Thornton wrote:

I have been using cases like that to transport my K3 to Field Day for a number 
of years.  Although I thought I was being very careful I found that the radio 
sustained damage to some of the parts that stick out, specifically the SO239 
connector and a knob in the front that cracked.

I now use the Rose Kopp DXpedition case, the one that includes custom dense 
cell foam padding to protect the protruding parts on the front and back.

I would also think a hard Pelican type case with removable foam sections is 
another good way to protect your investment.

Given what we pay for this stuff, If you are going to move this around a lot 
for Field use, I would argue in favor of maximum protection.  The cost of a 
single repair trip to the factory is going to exceed the price of the best 
protective case.

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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mark Gebhardt
Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 11:02 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

I found a green Coleman 16 can soft side cooler at my local Menards store
for $17 that fits the K3s radio with manual perfectly. It has a plastic
liner which is not needed. The sides are nicely padded and it has a front
pocket for the hand mic and an inside mesh pocket for the power, serial,
and USB cables. If you don't mind red it looks like it is available at
Amazon for $11.

https://smile.amazon.com/Coleman-16-Can-Cooler-Green/dp/B006HFBV2I/ref=pd_lutyp_simh_4_1?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B006HFBV2I_rd_r=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ_rd_w=ds5qo_rd_wg=mrm2W=1=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ

Your welcome!

Mark

K9ZQ
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[Jack Spitznagel]

If you are not worried about run-amok Jeeps and American Tourister gorillas, 
but are worried about weight, you might consider this or the 22 inch version 
for more accessories. My entire KX3/PX3/KXPA100 station plus digital stuff and 
phone fits fine in the smaller.

http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/22-24115

Not quite as rugged as the high priced original, but passes for carry-on.

Jack KD4IZ 
Sent from my iPhone

> On Jul 18, 2017, at 14:01, Mark Gebhardt  wrote:
> 
> I found a green Coleman 16 can soft side cooler at my local Menards store
> for $17 that fits the K3s radio with manual perfectly. It has a plastic
> liner which is not needed. The sides are nicely padded and it has a front
> pocket for the hand mic and an inside mesh pocket for the power, serial,
> and USB cables. If you don't mind red it looks like it is available at
> Amazon for $11.
> 
> https://smile.amazon.com/Coleman-16-Can-Cooler-Green/dp/B006HFBV2I/ref=pd_lutyp_simh_4_1?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B006HFBV2I_rd_r=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ_rd_w=ds5qo_rd_wg=mrm2W=1=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ
> 
> Your welcome!
> 
> Mark
> 
> K9ZQ
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[Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[Mark Gebhardt]

I found a green Coleman 16 can soft side cooler at my local Menards store
for $17 that fits the K3s radio with manual perfectly. It has a plastic
liner which is not needed. The sides are nicely padded and it has a front
pocket for the hand mic and an inside mesh pocket for the power, serial,
and USB cables. If you don't mind red it looks like it is available at
Amazon for $11.

https://smile.amazon.com/Coleman-16-Can-Cooler-Green/dp/B006HFBV2I/ref=pd_lutyp_simh_4_1?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B006HFBV2I_rd_r=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ_rd_w=ds5qo_rd_wg=mrm2W=1=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ

Your welcome!

Mark

K9ZQ
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Re: [Elecraft] K3s Carry Bag

[j...@kk9a.com]

I typically one of Rose's bags inside my hard shell carry-on but I also
built a Pelecan case similar to AE9K ->
http://www.ae9k.com/home/elecraft-k-line/transport .

John KK9A



Mark Gebhardt mdgebhardt2 at gmail.com
Tue Jul 18 14:01:35 EDT 2017
Previous message: [Elecraft] WTB: KXV3A

I found a green Coleman 16 can soft side cooler at my local Menards store
for $17 that fits the K3s radio with manual perfectly. It has a plastic
liner which is not needed. The sides are nicely padded and it has a front
pocket for the hand mic and an inside mesh pocket for the power, serial,
and USB cables. If you don't mind red it looks like it is available at
Amazon for $11.

https://smile.amazon.com/Coleman-16-Can-Cooler-Green/dp/B006HFBV2I/ref=pd_lutyp_simh_4_1?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B006HFBV2I_rd_r=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ_rd_w=ds5qo_rd_wg=mrm2W=1=C02T38BG935Z4FA297TQ

Your welcome!

Mark

K9ZQ

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Re: [Elecraft] WTB: KXV3A

[Ian White]

Thanks to several people, it looks like I have found one.

73 from Ian GM3SEK


>-Original Message-
>From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-
>boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Ian White
>Sent: 18 July 2017 17:35
>To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net; elecraft...@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [Elecraft] WTB: KXV3A
>
>Does anyone have a KXV3A module for sale? (Maybe someone who has
>upgraded to a KXV3B.)
>
>If needed, I can pay in US funds with a US shipping address.
>
>73 from Ian GM3SEK
>
>
>
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[Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[Erik Basilier]

Need to replace my A/C, and worried about getting an RFI generator.

A few years ago I saw some advice about taming a new unit, and maybe even
getting instructions from the manufacturer.

Things change all the time, and at this point I would like to hear from
anyone with fresh advice: Brands to consider with minimal emissions och
solid instructions for filtering them out, etc.

Please reply directly to me, or keep it short on the list.

Thanks in advance,

73,

Erik K7TV

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[Elecraft] NAQCC July Sprint this Wednesday Evening

[Larry W2LJ]

The July NAQCC sprint is this coming Wednesday evening local time (July 19th,
EDT - 8:30-10:30PM, CDT - 7:30-9:30PM, MDT - 6:30-8:30PM, PDT - 5:30-7:30PM),
which translates as Thursday, July 20th, 0030 to 0230Z in all cases.

For all the "official" information, please go to:

http://naqcc.info/sprint/sprint201707.html

There you will find all the details as to time, frequencies and other important
information.

Certificates: SWA (simple wire antennas) certificates by call area, VE and DX
for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers (New!). A Certificate for top score in the
GAIN antenna category.

Prizes: Too many to list!! - check out the prizes page on our website.

This is a monthly event that caters to the CW veteran, the CW newcomer, straight
key and bug fans. All are welcome to participate (this includes QRO); but you
must use QRP power levels to compete for awards.

If you've been hesitant to join in our sprints because you hear other sprints
running at breakneck speeds, have no fear. Our sprints are geared to the
newcomer to CW and/or contesting. Virtually everyone including the many veteran
contesters who regularly enter our sprints will slow down to YOUR speed to help
you make your contacts.

If you are not already a member of NAQCC... membership is FREE! Now is your
chance to join the largest QRP CW Club in the world!! We currently have 7100+
members in: All 50 States - 9 VE Provinces - 100 Countries. Sign up on the
NAQCC website today (http://naqcc.info/) and receive a handsome certificate,
with your membership number on it, which is good for life.

Come join us and have a real good time!


72/73 de Larry W2LJ
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Re: [Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[Kevin der Kinderen]

The timing is perfect. Please keep it on the list or add me to your direct
replies. Maybe we can cut it short of the limit for OT subjects without
needing a reminder.

I have not had an AC since last summer and have also not had any noise
around the shack. Now it's just getting to hot to deal without central air
so I'm interviewing my second AC contractor on Thursday. I'd love to hear
some good ham advice on best practices for AC installations.

I was thinking at a minimum a good name brand (not a builders special, not
department store brand), good solid grounding, as far from the shack as
possible (not too possible here).

73,
Kev K4VD



On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 9:02 PM, Erik Basilier  wrote:

> Need to replace my A/C, and worried about getting an RFI generator.
>
> A few years ago I saw some advice about taming a new unit, and maybe even
> getting instructions from the manufacturer.
>
> Things change all the time, and at this point I would like to hear from
> anyone with fresh advice: Brands to consider with minimal emissions och
> solid instructions for filtering them out, etc.
>
> Please reply directly to me, or keep it short on the list.
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> 73,
>
> Erik K7TV
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Re: [Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[Dave Cole]

Write it into the contract that the unit will not generate RFI above 
some level you are happy with, as received at your radio, using your 
current antenna, across the entire spectrum your radio covers.


I did, and the installers then made sure it was RFI proof...  I wrote it 
into the contract in general terms that favored me, and left it up to me 
to say yes or no as to if it were acceptable.


Bring it up first, remind them about it later, tell them it is a show 
stopper if the unit generates RFI, put it in writing...


Make sure EVERYTHING is in writing.  Be nice to them, but let them know 
in no uncertain terms that RFI is not acceptable to you, and they will 
be on the hook to correct it if RFI exists as a result of the new unit.


The vendors get really careful when you set things up that way...

73s and thanks,
Dave
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On 07/18/2017 06:02 PM, Erik Basilier wrote:

Need to replace my A/C, and worried about getting an RFI generator.

A few years ago I saw some advice about taming a new unit, and maybe even
getting instructions from the manufacturer.

Things change all the time, and at this point I would like to hear from
anyone with fresh advice: Brands to consider with minimal emissions och
solid instructions for filtering them out, etc.

Please reply directly to me, or keep it short on the list.

Thanks in advance,

73,

Erik K7TV

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Re: [Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[Dave Cole]

When this goes off list please add me as well...  Don't tell them what 
to do, tell them you want no RFI.  If you tell them what to do, and it 
does not work, it is your issue...  Make it their issue.  See my 
previous post.


73s and thanks,
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On 07/18/2017 06:54 PM, Kevin der Kinderen wrote:

The timing is perfect. Please keep it on the list or add me to your direct
replies. Maybe we can cut it short of the limit for OT subjects without
needing a reminder.

I have not had an AC since last summer and have also not had any noise
around the shack. Now it's just getting to hot to deal without central air
so I'm interviewing my second AC contractor on Thursday. I'd love to hear
some good ham advice on best practices for AC installations.

I was thinking at a minimum a good name brand (not a builders special, not
department store brand), good solid grounding, as far from the shack as
possible (not too possible here).

73,
Kev K4VD



On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 9:02 PM, Erik Basilier  wrote:


Need to replace my A/C, and worried about getting an RFI generator.

A few years ago I saw some advice about taming a new unit, and maybe even
getting instructions from the manufacturer.

Things change all the time, and at this point I would like to hear from
anyone with fresh advice: Brands to consider with minimal emissions och
solid instructions for filtering them out, etc.

Please reply directly to me, or keep it short on the list.

Thanks in advance,

73,

Erik K7TV

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[Elecraft] KX2AT2 vs T1 Tuner?

[James Bennett]

Thinking very seriously about purchasing a KX2. I have a T1 that I had used a 
few years ago with another QRP rig. Obviously it will work with the KX2, but 
I'm wondering how it compares in performance with the internal KX2 unit. Is the 
T1 as quick to find a match? Is it as quick to pull in a memorized L/C combo 
when a band change happens? If there is a general consensus that the T1 is on 
an equal level with the KXAT2, I can save my $179 and use it for the KXPD2 
paddle.

Comments?

Jim Bennett / W6JHB
Folsom, CA
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[Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[James Wilson]

I'm sure all of us Elecraft users would be interested
in your findings.  One suggestion - broach the subject
with your contractor / dealer. Let him find from his
supplier what the noise situation is and how their
factory says they can cure it.

The one with the best assistant  may be the better
choice of AC unit.

Jim - W4RKS
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Re: [Elecraft] OT A/C RFI

[Jim Brown]

On 7/18/2017 6:02 PM, Erik Basilier wrote:

Need to replace my A/C, and worried about getting an RFI generator.

A few years ago I saw some advice about taming a new unit, and maybe even
getting instructions from the manufacturer.


Dave Cole has given you excellent advice, and you should follow it 
carefully. I'll add this additional caution. The "upgrade" in HVAC 
systems (heating, ventilating, air conditioning) is a variable speed 
motor. The controllers for these motors are notorious for bad RFI, so by 
all means, do NOT buy that option.


73, Jim K9YC

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Re: [Elecraft] KX2AT2 vs T1 Tuner?

[Dave Fugleberg]

I asked this exact question on this reflector in March, and got some good
and useful replies. You can Google for that discussion on Nabble to see
those technical answers.
Bottom line is that both are fine tuners. I know I could have saved some
money by using the T1 I already own, but in the end I opted to order my KX2
with the KXAT2, and I'm glad I did. It works great, and it's more
convenient than messing with an extra box and coax jumper.
I think the choice comes down to how you want to spend your money, more
than the merits of one tuner over the other, because either one will do the
job very well. I will say that having the internal tuner and an internal
battery makes the KX2 a real grab and go radio!
I'm still using paddles that I already had, but I think the KXPD2 may be in
my future...
73 de W0ZF
On Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 9:53 PM James Bennett  wrote:

> Thinking very seriously about purchasing a KX2. I have a T1 that I had
> used a few years ago with another QRP rig. Obviously it will work with the
> KX2, but I'm wondering how it compares in performance with the internal KX2
> unit. Is the T1 as quick to find a match? Is it as quick to pull in a
> memorized L/C combo when a band change happens? If there is a general
> consensus that the T1 is on an equal level with the KXAT2, I can save my
> $179 and use it for the KXPD2 paddle.
>
> Comments?
>
> Jim Bennett / W6JHB
> Folsom, CA
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