Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-26 Thread KK6ZZP
Thanks, all, for the information and opinions. Sometimes it's not what we asked but what we /should/ have asked that's useful, either to the OP or others. So I appreciate all the information and advice offered. Some explanation: As it happens, I did read the installation sections of the KX3

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-25 Thread GRANT YOUNGMAN
Yes, that’s correct. Autocorrect strikes again … :-) Grant NQ5T K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > On Mar 25, 2016, at 10:18 PM, K9ZTV wrote: > > The name you're looking for is eneloop pro (all lower case). > > K9ZTV > > >> On Mar 25, 2016, at 7:36 PM, GRANT YOUNGMAN

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-25 Thread GRANT YOUNGMAN
Continuous “trickle charging” is neither necessary nor desired if you use low self-discharge NiMH cells. The preferred ones around here are Envelop Pros — 2550 mah, and they will retain 75-85% of their charge for a year or more in storage. They cost a bit more than the cheap stuff, but you

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread a45wg
I bought my KX3 - as a Kit Battery Charger - I am still 50-50 about if this was a good option Roofing filters - Worth every penny (or $ or OMR) CW Key - Quite nice once you get used to it I did not bother with ATU - why ? You only have max 15 Watts -

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread Ron D'Eau Claire
Easy to add on. 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of KK6ZZP Sent: Thursday, March 24, 2016 1:32 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Delayed Options I'm considering the purchase of a KX3. I'd like to delay

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread Tim Henrion
I purchased a KX3 assembled with the Roofing Filters, Battery Charger, ATU and hand Mic. I went with having Elecraft assemble it because I wanted the radio to work out of the box. Here’s what I would have done if I had needed to save some cash: 1) I would have skipped the hand mic - headset is

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread Brendon Whateley
My suggestion would be to do the following:- - Buy the kit instead of the factory assembled unit to save a few $$. This will also make you completely comfortable opening it up and adding stuff later. It is a very easy build, IIRC I built mine in two evenings. That included the

Re: [Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread Lyle Johnson
The options can easily be added at any time. You may want to download the manuals for the two options and look over the sections on installation. 73, Lyle KK7P ...Would it be especially difficult if either of the following options were delayed: * KXFL3 Dual-Passband Roofing Filter *

[Elecraft] Delayed Options

2016-03-24 Thread KK6ZZP
I'm considering the purchase of a KX3. I'd like to delay the purchase of certain options in order to smooth my cash flow. Would it be especially difficult if either of the following options were delayed: * KXFL3 Dual-Passband Roofing Filter * KXAT3 Internal 20-W Automatic Antenna Tuner I