[Elecraft] K3 SSB problem
I have seen a problem when using the K3 in SSB. While trying to work a DX station on 10M, waiting for the next chance to call, something causes the K3 to stop transmitting on SSB. The PTT still works as normal and keys the K3 and the power amplifier. If I change to CW, it transmits as usual. I found the only way to correct this was to cycle power on the rig. I finally was able to contact the DX station and had a brief exchange with him, but as I was signing off I could hear the K3 fading out - then no transmit power at all. I have reloaded all the firmware (which was current). I have been using this K3 for 3 years and I have never seen this problem before. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, Bill K5EMI __ 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
[Elecraft] K3 SSB problem
My K3 wont transmit on SSB. It would when first purchased (recently, assembled, used from friend). I’ve been using it on CW but wanted to check into a SSB net. I’m very new at using the K3 so hoping for op err. Been through the manual and settings and can’t figure it out. An external PEP wattmeter shows an occasional 1-2 watt jump at first keying the XMIT then nothing. Still works fine on CW. Any guidance would be appreciated. The latest firmware is installed. 73, Troy, W6HV __ 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
Re: [Elecraft] K3 SSB problem
Troy, I'd first check the MIC SELection (front or rear or line in) to be sure it is correct for your setup, then MIC BIAS to be sure it is on or off as required by your microphone. Then set the MIC GAIN for 4-5 bars of ALC. If you are getting this but no transmit power, contact support. If you are not getting 4-5 bars of ALC and the selection and bias are correct, check your microphone and/or try the other mic jack (front or rear as appropriate). A common computer headeset can usually be used with the rear panel mic jack, and normally will require bias to be on. 73, Lyle My K3 wont transmit on SSB. It would when first purchased (recently, assembled, used from friend). I’ve been using it on CW but wanted to check into a SSB net. I’m very new at using the K3 so hoping for op err. Been through the manual and settings and can’t figure it out. An external PEP wattmeter shows an occasional 1-2 watt jump at first keying the XMIT then nothing. Still works fine on CW. Any guidance would be appreciated. __ 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
