Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 Kit problem, need help !!!

2014-01-25 Thread VA2SS
Ok I did a more intense check. I only use the KX3, an external battery, a dummy load and the mic. The result... When I hit the PPT in ssb I get RF feedback... 2 to 3 watts on the KX3 scale. I also cannot complete TX cal test using Elecraft KX3 software. Hang on 60m when at 4 watts and a few

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 Kit problem, need help !!!

2014-01-25 Thread George Danner
Jean-Francois, Do you have the ATU in the KXPA100. Did you install the latest firmware in the KX3 1.87 I believe. I would check the TMP connectors to make sure they are fully seated & in the correct sockets. If the above don't help, I would contact the great guys at service on Monday. I just co

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 Kit problem, need help !!!

2014-01-25 Thread VA2SS
OK, only when the power asked reach 11W to put in use the PA, every time I hit the PTT, I have a 75W or so reading on my external power meter and WITHOUT any audio from the microphone. Below 11W, everything is normal. I also tried the PA MODE = CAL PWR. same result. It should means something

Re: [Elecraft] KXPA100 Kit problem, need help !!!

2014-01-25 Thread VA2SS
Corrections: I monitored myself in my good old K2. If I use only the KX3, everything works as it should. But immediately when and I turn on the PA in the KX3 menu and I try to transmit, I cannot hear anything in my K2, no matter the power I choose MORE THAN 10W , the KX3 cannot be heard in my K2.

[Elecraft] KXPA100 Kit problem, need help !!!

2014-01-25 Thread VA2SS
Hi, I just received my KXPA100 + KXAT100 yesterday. After a careful building session. I did a few tests. Frist of all, I use a 300W dummy into my Elecraft W2 power meter for power accuracy reading, so no antenna at this point, no PC cable, only the basic connection. The parameters in the KX3 :