I am the original owner/builder of this K2, s/n 3862. My initial vocation was as an electronic technician, so I consider this unit to be professionally-built. It is fully aligned.
What makes this K2 unique? I incorporated a Micro M+ solar charge controller into the top cover of the K2, so all you have to do is plug the 10-watt solar panel (included) directly into the rear panel and you can operate for as long as the sun shines, and then a bit longer! The Micro M+ was featured in the October 2001 QST and in subsequent ARRL Handbooks. It produces no RFI whatsoever. Please note that the solar panel is the *only* means of charging the internal KBT2 gel-cell battery, so to preserve the battery life you should "top it off" once a month -- this usually only takes a minute or two in direct sunshine. I used the existing transverter option holes in the rear panel to accommodate the charging jack and the charge status LED. The front panel is blemish-free, while the top and side panels exhibit very minor scratches and scuff marks. The following are included: * KSB2 SSB option * KIO2 RS232 serial I/O * KBT2 internal battery option (modified) (the battery was replaced once) * KNB2 noise blanker * KAT2 automatic antenna tuner * Rugged stainless steel 10 watt solar panel with 16-foot cable * All manuals and the RF probe. Price: $870, exclusive of shipping (will ship worldwide). I also have an MH2 hand mic that I am willing to sell with the above for an additional $40. (Not for sale separately) Photos can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/ai4bj . If interested, please contact me off-list at mvols...@insightbb.com. 73, Mark AI4BJ ______________________________________________________________ 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
