You can get the k-3 voice software for your computer and read all kinds of
things like frequency, power input, signal strength etc.
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Lou Kolb
Sent: Sunday, May 23, 2010 9:22 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: new rig
Love to, Tom. Either 20 daytime or 40 night time should work for us. 73,
Lou
----- Original Message -----
From: "tom behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, May 23, 2010 12:23 AM
Subject: Re: new rig
> Absolutely, Lou.
>
> That's why I sprung for the amp and manual tuner earlier this Fall.
> You indeed can't take it with you, and have to enjoy life within
> reasonable limits. As it turns out, I'm glad I did it then, because,
> in light of our uncertainty, money may be tight for a while, until
> things resolve themselves one way or the other.
>
> Have fun with that new rig, and if I can find time here, I'd love to
> do a CW sked with you, perhaps on 40 or 20.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Lou Kolb" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2010 8:21 PM
> Subject: Re: new rig
>
>
> Tom,
>
> Elecraft was originally known for their QRP rigs and then they came
> out with a 100 watt module for the k2. I'm not positive but I think
> the K3 has always had the 100 watt module available but, of course,
> you can get it as a ten watt rig if you desire and upgrade later.
> Getting only the things you need was one of the attractions to me but
> even so, the price was pushing 3 grand. Savings took a hit but I
> figure I'm not getting any younger and you sure can't take it with
> you. Lou
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "tom behler" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2010 10:09 PM
> Subject: Re: new rig
>
>
>> Lou:
>>
>> Just out of curiosity, what's the maximum power output on the K3?
>>
>> I know it used to be a QRP rig, but I understand that later models
>> can operate with a higher output power, or at least that's what I
>> think I heard.
>>
>> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Lou Kolb" <[log in to unmask]>
>> To: <[log in to unmask]>
>> Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2010 7:11 PM
>> Subject: new rig
>>
>>
>> Well, I've had the K3 for a few days now and all the hype turns out
>> to be accurate.. It's true, I'm not too familiar with today's
>> digital signal processing having used a ts440 for the past 21 years
>> but this thing is unbelievable. I've never used a better CW rig and
>> I've barely scratched the surface of what it can do. With every QSO
>> I'm more impressed.
>>
>> As for access, it's no kenwood 480 but it's certainly usable. It
>> should be even better once I get K3-voice running but I'm having
>> trouble getting the computer and K3 to talk with each other. I'm
>> sure that'll be solved soon.
>> In the meantime, I'll try to check into the net tomorrow and I'll
>> keep you all posted on my progress. I'm hoping the non-hams in my
>> life will forgive me for being a bit distracted lately. 73, Lou
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