Hey Dave! Thanks for checking in.
This is the radio I wanted even when I was 15. Finally got it done, with a combination of microelectronics, 3D printing, and a take-no-prisoners attempt to drastically reduce parts count. Hope you survived the Pandemic OK.... Wayne > On Oct 20, 2023, at 1:07 PM, Dave <d...@ad6a.com> wrote: > > Nice! > > >> On Oct 20, 2023 at 12:37 PM, <Wayne Burdick> wrote: >> >> We're pleased to announce the new Elecraft KH1 -- a fully integrated, >> hand-held station for those who combine outdoor adventure with amateur >> radio. >> >> The KH1 was designed from the ground up with instant deployment in mind. It >> includes: >> >> - an entirely new form-factor optimized for HT-style CW operation (as well >> as table-top), with both knobs and key at the bottom >> >> - a built-in whip antenna matching network and clip-on whip that gets you on >> the air in seconds >> >> - internal ATU that works with both the whip and BNC-connected antennas, >> including random-length wires >> >> - a complete logging solution, with folding logbook tray, clip-on pen, >> easy-to-manage paper log sheet stack, real-time clock, and 32 kb of EEPROM >> for electronic logging of all transmitted text >> >> - plug-in keyer paddle that flips over for safe storage >> >> - scanning/mini-pan feature for hands-free signal search on quiet bands >> >> - 2.6 Ah Li-ion battery pack and zero-RFI internal battery charger that >> works with any 12-14 volt source, including small solar panels >> >> With all of the the above (the Edgewood Package) the KH1 weighs in at only >> about 13 oz. It's so light you can operate indefinitely, whether sitting, >> standing, or walking (pedestrian mobile, or "/PM"). It's the perfect size, >> with total volume about half that of our all-band/all-mode KX2 transceiver. >> >> The KH1 covers 40-15 meters, with over 5 watts output on all bands at from >> the internal 11 V battery pack. Its ergonomics are ideal for CW operation. >> It will also do CW/SSB cross-mode, and can copy AM and SSB on SWL bands from >> 6.7 to 22 MHz. The rig can also be 100% remote controlled via the supplied >> USB cable. >> >> Our newest radio has been optimized over the past year with the help of >> experienced SOTA, POTA, and QRP field operators. Its small size and high >> level of integration have already transformed their expeditions, allowing >> operation from anywhere, anytime. (One operated /PM for many hours during >> 2023 Field Day, making contacts exclusively with the attached whip, while >> walking several miles.) >> >> For full details, please visit our KH1 web page: >> >> https://elecraft.com/products/kh1-transceiver >> >> 73, >> Wayne, N6KR >> Eric, WA6HHQ >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> ______________________________________________________________ >> 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 >> Message delivered to d...@ad6a.com >> >> >> ______________________________________________________________ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
