Hi Wayne, On 30 December 2011 02:11, Wayne Burdick <n...@elecraft.com> wrote: > > > 6. The V/U operation of FT817 can be covered by H/T > > KX3: 2-meter module in the works. >
Not stopping me from getting a KX3 (I've already ordered mine), but to completely replace my FT-817 it *would* be nice with 2m/70cm support. As I understand it the internal 2m module comes at the expense of the ATU, so I guess that won't be an option for me. The "killer KX3" would have both the ATU and not only 2m but also 70cm operation, but I guess that just can't be done in the space available. The FT-817ND doesn't have an internal ATU but works well with the LDG one I have, but having to carry both around does take some of the freedom away, and I'm sure that carrying just the KX3 with the internal ATU and some wire for an antenna will be a great experience. On the other hand, I'll probably mostly use it with my LiPol 8Ah 12V battery, just to get the extra output power. Since I have to carry an internal ATU for the 817, maybe an external 70cm/2m transverter would be a possibility for the KX3? I'm guessing the XV-series of transverters would work with the KX3, but they are a bit big. If there was a combined 70cm/2m option for the KX3 in a smaller case, I'd certainly buy it immediately. 73, Thomas M0TRN ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
