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Update on KXPD2 and KXPD3 paddles

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wayne burdick

Update on KXPD2 and KXPD3 paddles

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I have to apologize for stating that there were mod kits available for the KXPD2 and KXPD3 that reflect improvements we’ve made over time. Turns out that we only upgrade existing units at the factory, so we can do complete testing before returning them.

For paddles under warranty that aren’t up to the current configuration, we’ll add the upgrades on request, at no charge.

For those out of warranty, we charge a flat $79 fee (plus shipping) to do the upgrade. (We just reduced this from $95.)

If you have an older KXPD3 you’d like to upgrade, please use the following link to place the order:

http://www.elecraft.com/order_form_parts.htm#kx3

For older KXPD2s there will be a similar process, but it is not in place yet. We’ll announce it in a week or two.

73,
Wayne
N6KR

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Roger Meadows-2

Re: Update on KXPD2 and KXPD3 paddles

How do we tell if our current KXPD2 is up to the current configuration?

Roger
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> On Sep 1, 2017, at 4:31 PM, Wayne Burdick <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> I have to apologize for stating that there were mod kits available for the KXPD2 and KXPD3 that reflect improvements we’ve made over time. Turns out that we only upgrade existing units at the factory, so we can do complete testing before returning them.
>
> For paddles under warranty that aren’t up to the current configuration, we’ll add the upgrades on request, at no charge.
>
> For those out of warranty, we charge a flat $79 fee (plus shipping) to do the upgrade. (We just reduced this from $95.)
>
> If you have an older KXPD3 you’d like to upgrade, please use the following link to place the order:
>
> http://www.elecraft.com/order_form_parts.htm#kx3
>
> For older KXPD2s there will be a similar process, but it is not in place yet. We’ll announce it in a week or two.
>
> 73,
> Wayne
> N6KR
>
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wayne burdick

Re: Update on KXPD2 and KXPD3 paddles

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Hi Roger,

All we’ve done with the KXPD2 so far is add Loctite to the two screws that hold the assembly together. We’re also going to make a minor change to the PCB.

In general the changes would not be noticeable by the average user. But we have SOTA operators who are using them in very harsh conditions, and over time we’ll probably refine things based on their feedback.

In general, if you feel that something isn’t working perfectly, please contact customer support so they can assess what the issue may be.

73,
Wayne
N6KR

> On Sep 1, 2017, at 3:43 PM, Roger Meadows <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> How do we tell if our current KXPD2 is up to the current configuration?
>
> Roger
> AE4RM
>
>> On Sep 1, 2017, at 4:31 PM, Wayne Burdick <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>
>> I have to apologize for stating that there were mod kits available for the KXPD2 and KXPD3 that reflect improvements we’ve made over time. Turns out that we only upgrade existing units at the factory, so we can do complete testing before returning them.
>>
>> For paddles under warranty that aren’t up to the current configuration, we’ll add the upgrades on request, at no charge.
>>
>> For those out of warranty, we charge a flat $79 fee (plus shipping) to do the upgrade. (We just reduced this from $95.)
>>
>> If you have an older KXPD3 you’d like to upgrade, please use the following link to place the order:
>>
>> http://www.elecraft.com/order_form_parts.htm#kx3
>>
>> For older KXPD2s there will be a similar process, but it is not in place yet. We’ll announce it in a week or two.
>>
>> 73,
>> Wayne
>> N6KR