Re: [Elecraft] K3/K3S Options

2022-01-27 Thread Ian Kahn
Still patiently awaiting word that mine is on the way. As has been stated here repeatedly, Elecraft, like all other electronics manufacturers, still faces major COVID-induced supply chain issues. When they can build and ship the boards, they will. 73 de, Ian, NV4C

[Elecraft] K3S options

2022-01-27 Thread Chuck Miller
I have corresponded with Elecraft in the last few days about the updates I ordered last spring. I was told they have sourced most of the parts for the Synths and to expect delivery in 8 to 10 weeks. I cancelled my order, and am now fighting with paypal to get the money returned to me. 73 all,

Re: [Elecraft] K3S options

2022-01-27 Thread Eric Swartz
Hi Chuck - It's better if we do the Paypal refund from this end. We can do that today if you wish. Sales is being a bit conservative on the lead time for the Synths. It is probably closer to 6-8 a\weeks at this point and I'm trying to beat that. We finally have all the difficult to get long lead t

[Elecraft] K4 Release 28 is now Production; sneak peek at Release 29 features

2022-01-27 Thread Wayne Burdick
K4 release 28 has now moved from Beta to Production status. I hope everyone will take advantage of its many improvements. Among these are: - DVR record/play (total of eight voice messages of up to 90 seconds each) - new backup/restore function - higher audio output over all AGC thresho

[Elecraft] K3S-100 Power Calibration

2022-01-27 Thread Bob McGraw
While most may be concerned with lower than rated TX power, I've come to the conclusion my K3S is running more than rated power. I've followed the instructions in the manual for Power Calibration and used the Utility to perform TX Power Calibration.  Having done this several times, and using tw