[Elecraft] swr/rf : comp/alc

2013-09-11 Thread Reginald J Mackey SR
I have experimented with meter setting this morning after reading something about it on the list. If I tap the keyer/mic button it just changes between the modes, pwr, wpm, and mic. the meter does not change state, If i tap the mic and adjust mic, then the meter changes to comp/alc as long as I

Re: [Elecraft] swr/rf : comp/alc

2013-09-11 Thread Don Wilhelm
Reggie, I do believe that is correct. There is really no need to have comp/alc displayed unless you are adjusting the mic level. OTOH, SWR/RF gives you an indication that all is well when transmitting. 73, Don W3FPR On 9/11/2013 2:46 PM, Reginald J Mackey SR wrote: I have experimented with

Re: [Elecraft] swr/rf : comp/alc

2013-09-11 Thread Bill Frantz
When using sound card modes, I like to make sure that my computer and all the chain of cables/devices etc. to the K3 haven't decided to adjust the levels when I wasn't paying attention. I'm always switching back and fourth between the displays since Don's point about SWR/RF is also correct.

Re: [Elecraft] swr/rf : comp/alc

2013-09-11 Thread Reginald J Mackey SR
thanks for info Don! I thought that was correct. Reggie k6xr Ham Radio Since 1955 DXCC,RCC,WAZ QRP IS KING On Sep 11, 2013, at 11:46 AM, Reginald J Mackey SR k...@icloud.com wrote: I have experimented with meter setting this morning after reading something about it on the list. If I tap

Re: [Elecraft] swr/rf : comp/alc

2013-09-11 Thread Grant Youngman
Your radio is clearly broken and probably beyond repair. I'm so sorry. Send it to me. I can't pay you much for it, but I'll struggle to use it as is :) I have experimented with meter setting this morning after reading something about it on the list. If I tap the keyer/mic button it just