Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions for awhile
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Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions for awhile
 
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We've spent an entire week answering questions, resulting in a very
well-stocked K3 FAQ, at: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3FAQ.htm But the developers are now going to get back to work because we have beta-test units in test, and Dayton coming up. So some questions may not get answered immediately. Some will end up covered in the FAQ without a direct response. New FAQ entries are highlighted in red so you can check for these periodically. Thanks for your amazing, positive, and inquisitive response to the K3! 73, Wayne N6KR --- http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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A couple of questions I didn't see answered there (perhaps I missed them)
are: - what type are the antenna connectors (look like SO239's in the rear view on the data sheet) - what protocol does the radio's RS-232 control use? (I'm guessing it will have a lot of unique commands, but if it can be used with something like the Kenwood protocol, like the K2, that will be a big help until the various CAT programs add full K3 support.) I'm also intrigued by the idea of computerless datamodes operation using a "small external keyboard" instead of a CW paddle. Will that be a future kit? I'm totally gobsmacked by the K3. I never imagined that the K3 people have fantasized over for years on this reflector would actually become a reality, in kit form too, at such a reasonable price. The moment I saw this, as when I first read about the K2 back in 1999, I knew this was one radio I just had to have. >From this side of the Atlantic, at $2 / £1 exchange rate, it looks very good value indeed. I'm hoping that the modular kit will qualify for import duty exemtion as well. I have decided to get my order in before one of the UK dealers asks for exclusive UK distribution rights and we all end up having to pay twice the price. Julian, G4ILO (K2 #392) wayne burdick wrote: We've spent an entire week answering questions, resulting in a very well-stocked K3 FAQ, at: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3FAQ.htm _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
RE: Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions forawhile
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Hi Julian, Please see replies below..... Thanks and 73, Greg AB7R -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]]On Behalf Of Julian, G4ILO Sent: Sunday, May 06, 2007 2:31 AM To: [hidden email] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions forawhile A couple of questions I didn't see answered there (perhaps I missed them) are: - what type are the antenna connectors (look like SO239's in the rear view on the data sheet) ANT1 and ANT2 are both SO239 connectors. - what protocol does the radio's RS-232 control use? (I'm guessing it will have a lot of unique commands, but if it can be used with something like the Kenwood protocol, like the K2, that will be a big help until the various CAT programs add full K3 support.) The K2 commands will work with the K3, but the K3 will have a huge set of additional commands that will be able to control all the functions of the radio as well as remote control features. I'm also intrigued by the idea of computerless datamodes operation using a "small external keyboard" instead of a CW paddle. Will that be a future kit? There is a connector on the bottom of the K3. Use of a small keyboard is planned for the firmware but may not be ready for initial shipments. After initial shipments are processed expect firmware updates at a rapid pace as user suggestions are evaluated and implemented as appropriate. I'm totally gobsmacked by the K3. I never imagined that the K3 people have fantasized over for years on this reflector would actually become a reality, in kit form too, at such a reasonable price. The moment I saw this, as when I first read about the K2 back in 1999, I knew this was one radio I just had to have. >From this side of the Atlantic, at $2 / £1 exchange rate, it looks very good value indeed. I'm hoping that the modular kit will qualify for import duty exemtion as well. I have decided to get my order in before one of the UK dealers asks for exclusive UK distribution rights and we all end up having to pay twice the price. Julian, G4ILO (K2 #392) wayne burdick wrote: We've spent an entire week answering questions, resulting in a very well-stocked K3 FAQ, at: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/K3FAQ.htm _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
Re: Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions for awhile
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In reply to this post by wayne burdick
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"A couple of questions I didn't see answered there (perhaps I missed them) are:" <SNIP> While the antenna sockets are SO239, I hope they offer N types as an option. It would be nice for Elecraft to lead the field instead of being one of the followers. After all, HP and Rohde & Schwarz don't use SO239 connectors on their kit, why should Elecraft? If any of the UK dealers do wake up to Elecraft, I too hope we can still order direct. It's hard to beat Elecraft for service. Dave, G4AON K1, K2 and soon K3/100 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
RE: Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions forawhile
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Dave,
I don't believe there are any plans to offer N type connectors as an option. This would be a hardware production issue rather than an option. I'm copying this to Wayne and he'll look at it when he can but he's VERY busy getting things ready for Dayton. Thanks and 73 Greg AB7R -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]]On Behalf Of Dave G4AON Sent: Sunday, May 06, 2007 5:58 AM To: [hidden email] Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Expect delays in our responses to K3 questions forawhile In reply to: "A couple of questions I didn't see answered there (perhaps I missed them) are:" <SNIP> While the antenna sockets are SO239, I hope they offer N types as an option. It would be nice for Elecraft to lead the field instead of being one of the followers. After all, HP and Rohde & Schwarz don't use SO239 connectors on their kit, why should Elecraft? If any of the UK dealers do wake up to Elecraft, I too hope we can still order direct. It's hard to beat Elecraft for service. Dave, G4AON K1, K2 and soon K3/100 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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