There is another caveat to keep in mind when using the K3 in
transverter mode. Sensitivity will be subject to the ham band
BPFs, so a preamp may be needed if the IF freq. falls well
outside the BPF passband unless a general coverage module (KBPF3)
is installed. The KBPF3 works fine if the
There are plenty of LF converters to homebrew from, most very
simple including those using an SA602/612. Another is the AMRAD
LF converter, QST April 2002. PCBs can be purchased from FAR
circuits. I use three of those for dual RX and TX with a 14MHz
local oscillator and a K3 in transverter
Another very reasonable switch for the kit builder:
http://home.comcast.net/~kk1l/kk1l_2x6switch/
I trunk three of those from an old Sixpack for up to 18 antennas
(still have 4 unused slots!) and they've worked flawlessly.
Total cost of PCB, parts, and LMB Heeger aluminum box was perhaps
Selling K2 SN 6654. Case has some scratches/small nicks on side
panels and bottom panel. Side panels have single holes drilled
for #8 or #10 bolts used in mobile mount. Two separate top
panels included with options that couldn't be installed at the
same time; installed options:
KDSP2 DSP
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