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That's normal behavior for the K3.
I don't like it either, but a properly designed step-start
should still be OK with just the quiescent current of the PA
tubes so long as RF is not applied. The only problem would
come in when the step-start and the radio both have issues.
If the step-st
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From: "Tom W8JI"
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Keying Up For A Split Second When Power
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It is not normal behavior for my K3. The red tx light comes
on for a
split second but there is no amp keying or RF output.
73 Art>>
Art,
Mine has always closed the amplifier relay control line upon
power up during the period after the power switch is pushed
"on" and the display illuminates.
I have this behavior when K3 is attached by a serial cable and RTS or CTS are
set for keying. Must have something to do with COM port initialization.
Nothing wrong with K3.
Ignacy
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