hb9brj wrote:
>
> I'm active in WSPR mode, which is a single tone as well.
> Mode = "DATA A", ALC = 4 bars, PWR = 5W.
> An external wattmeter shows an absolutely steady power throughout the
> entire 2-minute TX cycle.
> The bottom cover just underneath the LPA gets pretty hot, but at 5W the
> KPA3 is bypassed.
> Will run a test at higher power to see whether or not it makes a
> difference.
>
It would be nice to have the option to leave the KPA3 in at low power. I
avoid using QRP for high duty cycle modes because I'm afraid it stresses the
radio more than using 12W does.
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