Low SSB power out with KX3-2M :-(

[Oliver Dröse]

Hi guys,

installed a KX3-2M in a friend's KX3 yesterday. We observe low SSB
output. :-( While CW & FM easily produce 3+ watts out SSB only gets up
to 1,5 watts peak (whistling) and 0,5 to 1 watt with normal speaking
(yes, PEP and low power capable/calibrated meter). Also the KX3 power
display only lights up the first bar while CW & FM show all 3 expected bars.

SSB settings are fine (mic gain, compression), on HF power out is equal
for CW, SSB & FM so we can rule that out.

My own KX3 is currently some 700 km away so can't compare. But even for
my own I remember only seeing 2 bars on the KX3 meter on SSB.

Can anyone confirm that? What are others seeing?

73, Olli - DH8BQA

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[n5gx]

I have a new KX3 (SN 8574) with factory installed 2 meter module.  I have low power out on SSB.
With the XMIT TUNE produces solid 2 watts on Dummy Load Wattmeter.  Same on FM.
But on SSB I can hardly get the meter to move no mater the Mic Gain level.  I have made a few local contacts but weak signal.

Suggestions?

Dan
N5GX