K3 Low pitch CW-- how low does it go?

[ni0c]

I recall that the specs on the K3 say the CW pitch can be adjusted down to 300 Hz (which is excellent).  I also recall seeing that the low limit was going to be set to 200 Hz (which is superb), at least for field testers.  

My questions are: what is the limit on the stock K3; is this something that is set in firmware; and most importantly-- to the field testers and new users, how is this working out (i.e., is the low frequency audio response adequate to handle the very low pitches for CW operation?

Tnx & 73

Chuck  NI0C
K2 s/n 5853

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[Bill Hammond]

The pitch is now available down to 300HZ in 50 HZ increments (and up to
1000HZ).   For my taste, I like 500HZ, 400HZ makes the internal speaker buzz, 350
and below clears that up.   I guess 400HZ makes those little insulating washers
dance :0 or perhaps I took the warning too serious and should of tightened
the nuts another quarter turn.   There is a warning not to bend the speaker
frame when assembling the internal speaker.   The external speaker I use doesn't
mind 400HZ.

I have the latest firmware loads.   Eric/Wayne would need to respond to
futures.

Bill
AK5X
K3 #69


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