KX1 Keying problem

Posted by Sean Cavanaugh-4 on Feb 25, 2010; 7:59pm
URL: http://elecraft.85.s1.nabble.com/KX1-Keying-problem-tp4634996.html

Hi all,

I have a KX1 that has worked just fine for me for the last 2 years or
so. I've been using the KXPD1 paddles without problem.

I wanted to try working on some QRP contacts for the SKCC, so I plugged
in my straight key and set the input to "hnd". When I start sending, the
rig keys normally for about 20-30 seconds, then stays keyed for a random
amount of time, whether the key is closed or not. It will usually stay
keyed for between 10 and15 seconds, then unkey. If I close the key again
it will do the same.

I can get it to stop by unplugging the key or waiting, but it will
continue to have this unkeying issue until I turn off the rig. It will
then work for 20-30 seconds and start all over again.

I've tried a different key with the same result.

Any ideas? I'd love to not have to use the big rig for SKCC contacts.

Thanks and 73,

Sean - VA5LF
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