I am getting this error when turning on my K3.!
Any solution.?
Thanks
73,
JosepEA6BF
BUG #256 - CWOps #3072 - FOC #2182 (ex 1724) - CTDXCC
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Hi all,
Yesterday, the K3 threw up the "Err 12V" error and bypassed the KPA3
module. The circuit breaker didn't pop and I was able to power off and
increase the power back up.
This was happening on PSK with 50W and RTTY with 100W.
I have yet to try digi modes in anger again today without first
>...all of a sudden radio #1 (K3 sn 594) flashed the ERR 12v message, and
>CHECK CIRCUIT BREAKER etc... circuit breaker was not tripped...
I've had multiple occasions of a similar situation.
N1MM via MicroHam to K3to Acom amp.
During the last few CW contests, occasionally in the middle of a
transm
Hi
I've got a problem with my K3 #695. Since some weeks, I randomly get
some "ERR 12V - Check circuit breaker" message from time to time.
When this error occurs, the K3 will stop transmitting, need restart,
and restart at 12W and without split.Very annoying when you've just
sent your call to the
Hello:
I was working the NAQP today on 10M and was doing fine and then the PA got
bypassed and I got ERR 12V on the screen and to check the circuit breaker.
Well the circuit breaker is not popped. Turning the radio on and off did
nothing and I'm forced to run QRP - well, S&P. Changing bands als
ors at the back of the K3.
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> Mike Cizek WØVTT
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> Subject: [Elecraft] ERR
Hi Josep, EA6BF;
Was the circuit breaker tripped? If so, push it in to reset.
If not, it is unlikely to be defective, just check for 12V on both wires
at the KPA3.
More likely it is the DC power pins going to the KPA3 100w module are burnt.
This happens on older K3s, before serial # approximate
Check the crimp connections on the spades that connect to the circuit
breaker...
~Brett (N7MG)
On Sat, 2010-08-21 at 20:55 +, Paul Ormandy ZL4PW wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Yesterday, the K3 threw up the "Err 12V" error and bypassed the KPA3
> module. The circuit breaker didn't pop and I was able
On Tue, Jan 11, 2011 at 2:56 PM, Ralph Parker wrote:
> ...In normal (non-contest) operation, I have had no problemsI'm now
> waiting for the next contest to see what happens...
At the moment, Murphy is vacationing in the Spratly Islands. He will be back
to visit your shack right after the f
On 11 Jan 2011 at 15:03, Tony Estep wrote:
> At the moment, Murphy is vacationing in the Spratly Islands. He will be
> back to visit your shack right after the flag drops for the next
> contest.
>
And that might be sooner than you think. Posted today from the DX0DX
team, still marooned in DU la
"I've got a problem with my K3 #695. Since some weeks, I randomly get
some "ERR 12V - Check circuit breaker" message from time to time.
When this error occurs, the K3 will stop transmitting, need restart,
and restart at 12W and without split.Very annoying when you've just
sent your call to the DX
Check the crimp connections on the spade connections that slip onto
the circuit breaker inside the unit. When I went to check mine the
other day a simple tug on the wire pulled the wire right out of the
connector. Bought some new ones crimped them on well and I've never
had an issue since.
~Bret
Thanks to all for your replies about the ERR 12V problem.
It seems that is well known by Elecraft. It's related to the wear/corrosion
of the connectors on the KPAIO3, which is a little board used to connect the
KPA3 to the K3 motherboard.
It seems that early K3's used some "tinned" connectors and
Suddenly my K3 #2425 gives me a ERR 12V error every time I turn the power up
to the point that the 100W amp kicks in. What is the likely fault here??
Allen Brier N5XZ / KL5DX
1515 Windloch Lane
Richmond, TX 77406-2553
281-342-1882
713-705-4801 (Cell)
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Jamie:
I assume that you are writing about a K3. If it's an "older" K3 you may have
suffered a power connector failure between the K3 and the KPA3 amplifier
module. A mod kit was developed by Elecraft that includes a new connector
with gold plated pins.
You can download the instructions here:
h
Thanks to everyone for the quick response. The consensus is that it is a
tarnished connector problem - a known issue. My serial number on my K3 is
#616 so definitely an early model. I'll get in touch with them Monday for
the repair kit.
So far, I'm holding my own while QRP J
73, Jamie
WB4Y
>... I got ERR 12V on the screen and to check the circuit breaker...
Indeed, a known issue with early K3s.
I chose to use the easy 'bypass' method.
Pictures and info also available from Elecraft.
Ralph, VE7XF
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Thanks for all the comments. It appears that the most likely culprit are the
connectors. I appreciate the replies
73,
Ed K6CTA
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Hi Everyone,
I'm still learning how to use my K3 and thanks to the help of everyone on this
list, I've been able to sprinkle in a few RTTY contacts with my CW.
A couple of days ago, I was on RTTY and ran into a problem. I'm pretty sure
(but not 100% certain) I had cranked the power down so it
Read page 67 of the Owner's Manual!!
- Original Message -
From: "Allen R. Brier"
To:
Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2011 6:24 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] ERR 12V error
> Suddenly my K3 #2425 gives me a ERR 12V error every time I turn the power
> up
> to the point th
Hi
Following advices received on this list and from Gary at Elecraft support, I
corrected my "ERR 12V" problem this past weekend.
I put some photos and explanations on my blog. Explanations are in french,
but photos should speak by themselves. It's at
http://www.ferracci.org/?p=1525
You'll see ho
un!
Bill W5WVO
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From: "Derek Cohn/WB0TUA"
Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 8:23 PM
To:
Subject: [Elecraft] ERR 12V on K3
> Hi Everyone,
>
> I'm still learning how to use my K3 and thanks to the help of everyone on
> this list, I've been
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