The radio hears perfectly on all the modes and the filters are working beautifully. Win4k3suite will automatically send frequency and band information to the radios giving an automatic selection of pretuned antennas and full integration of the kpa500 via serial commands. With santa cruz county sip order still in place, we are limiting the number of techs onsite. View and download elecraft k3s frequently asked questions online. Elecraft how to interface steppir controller to k3s when. The autotuner will extend the notune capability of your station to many, if not all, hf ham bands. The k3 is elecrafts secondgeneration, softwaredefined superhet transceiver sdr. The schematics are preceded by a block diagram for context.
N1eu recommended settings for best pileup performance. The k3s book is available in spiralbound printed form with a fullcolor cover from elecraft, or as a specially formatted pdf file from updated to firmware levels. Hi gary, i was using text decode on transmit when suddenly very few of the buttons on the front panel of the k3 would perform their normal function. Mar 31, 2015 elecraft k3 what roofing filter means to elecraft k3 filters and dynamic range theres been so much discussion about this topic that id thought id better try to clarify why we used the term when announcing the k3. Ham radio deluxe, cat control support for k3, kx3, k2 and most other rigs. Testing the new ksyn3a synthesizer for the elecraft k3. Block diagram k310 rf board main module band stop filter 1st if rejection. May 27, 2015 elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at hamvention 2019 duration. Kbpf3a manual kbpf3a general coverage receive option installation instructions. Some months now that i have operated the elecraft k3s, and i traded the rest of my station for a full elecraft kline. Elecraft manuals with color images may be downloaded from customer service and support.
Many buttons produce a response which is completely different from their intended function. Elecraft k3 schematics this document contains the schematics for the basic k3 transceiver and most of its options. There are a lot of improvements to the k3s as detailed below. Ive been a happy elecraft owner since august 2015 with the purchase of my k3s. May 15, 2015 some months now that i have operated the elecraft k3s, and i traded the rest of my station for a full elecraft kline. You can write in english language into the forum not only in hungarian.
Set flx bw, flx frq, flxgn, flx on for each filter. Attach one end of the steppir s cable to the de9s end of the elecraft cable 3. Elecraft k2 cw ssb ham radio transceiver fathers day gift 2015 n6tlu duration. Current k3, k30 mini and k3s production firmware all versions of the k3 transceivers use the same production firmware and utility for the operating system. The k3s book is available in spiralbound printed form with a fullcolor cover from elecraft. Elecraft k3s current draw relative to kat3a settings joe subich, w4tv 20200512 elecraft new. The schematics are ordered as the basic k310, then various options. This is a preliminary document, and will be superseded by the schematics section of the service manual, when published. Ive played with the new k3s for a little over a week now. Im still gainfully employed, so my hours of operation have been limited. Elecraft k3 category is a curation of 14 web resources on, win4k3suite software for the elecraft kline, k3 vs ic781 vs ts850, kenwood ts590 the elecraft k3 killer. As a k3 owner i am looking forward to elecraft releasing some of the k3s updated modules so i. Elecraft k3s firmware update for mac david fleming via elecraft 20200512 re.
If you dont have a pdf viewer, follow this link to download a free adobe pdf viewer. Some produced no response ie menu and config do not work at all, sub does not work at all. Elecraft k3s frequently asked questions pdf download. Back to elecraft next hf and more last modified 201031 elecraft kx3. If you are wondering what amateur radio is about, its basically a two way radio service where licensed operators throughout the world experiment and communicate with each other on frequencies reserved for license holders.
The receiver, with 8pole filters, just hears better. The new name is the k3s and it looks very simular to the older k3. Elecraft k2 schematics compiled by sverre holm, la3za, from manual pages of. This software is helpful in using your k3s, k3, kpa1500, kpa500 or kat500 in a remote setup. Elecraft k3 transceiver service manual download, schematics. Elecraft k3 what roofing filter means to elecraft k3 filters and dynamic range theres been so much discussion about this topic that id thought id better try to clarify why we used the term when announcing the k3.
I find this the best station ever for chasing dx, and my recent holidaystyle contesting efforts in cqwwcw were much more productive than ever before. If you want to join us and get repairing help please sign in or sign up by completing a simple electrical test or write your question to the message board without registration. Elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at hamvention 2019 duration. This website uses cookies to manage authentication, navigation, and other functions. I just added some filters to the k3s and configured the filters with the k3 config. Both 100watt and 10watt upgradeable models are available. Im not sure how oldnew the file in that link is, but here is the latest version of the unlock software. Attach the elecraft rj45 adapter to the rs232 jack on the back of the k3s 2. I work in an rf lab where part of the time we test and evaluate radios. Elecraft announced at dayton 2015 the release of the replacement to the k3. The elecraft kat500 automatic antenna tuner by phil salas. This problem exists even if you use semibreakin mode instead of qsk. Document and manual download page these sections are formatted as pdf files.
Elecrafts stateoftheart k3s transceiver offers a unique combination of ultrahigh performance and affordability. If not, i would be curious to know why other than leaving the hobby or financial problems. Also covers using the amplifier with nonkx3 radios. The elecraft kat500 automatic antenna tuner by phil salas ad5x introduction unless you have an almost perfect antenna and feedline system you will need some sort of antenna tuner, especially if you have a solidstate amplifier. Twentyfour highquality laminated pages, loaded with detailed instructions and helpful information. Ideal quick reference and memory jogger for settingup and operating this outstanding transceiver. Gary surrency, elecraft hi gary, i was using text decode on transmit when suddenly very few of the buttons on the front. The newer acrobat free reader may be more compatible. I am creating this page to record all of the various settings in the radios so i can find them if needed. Windows for k3 suite best viewed at 1080p fullscreen win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3, k3s and kx3 transceivers supporting all options such as the secondary receiver, antenna tuner, and others, as well as the kpa500 amplifier, the kat500 antenna tuner and the p3 panadapter or lppan. Jan 07, 2019 last week, i put up a new hf antenna and this week, i set the station up to operate in ft8 mode. The elecraft frequency memory editor for dvr voice message recordplay, see pg. Testing the new ksyn3a synthesizer for the elecraft k3 as many of you may know, the elecraft k3 has a terrible cw jitter problem bad cw timing on tx if you transmit faster than 37 wpm, unless you enable cw qrq mode. I find it is absolutely marvelous, with painfree system integrationits like having a 500 w transceiver and broadband antenna covering 1606 m.
But, i think its probably the proper time for initial impressions. Upgrading the elecraft k3 with k3s components bridging the gap. Hand microphone with updown buttons internal widerange automatic antenna tuner, 20 w nimh charger roofing dual bandwidth filter for ssbcwdata. Title manual revision download size k3s schematic files k3s schematics including options rev a 7242017 3. Both the kx3 and kx2 can be integrated with the kxpa100, kat500 and kpa500. Elecraft frequency memory editor, works for k3, k3s, and kx3 win4k3suite, windows control program for k3, kx3, kpa500, kat500 and the p3 panadapter wizkersradio chrome app that supports the kx3, kx2, kxpa100 and even the xg3 log4om, ham radio log software.
Eight highquality laminated pages, covering all modes of amplifier operation with the kx3. K3s faq k3s faq frequently asked questions rev c9 3172016 0. I am focusing only on items specific to the radio and not found in the wsjtx documentation. The k3 is elecrafts secondgeneration, softwaredefined. This one unlocks pretty much everything except around the. Elecraft k3 schematics this document contains the schematics for the elecraft k3 transceiver and its internal options. I believe i have seen 5 or 6 k3s for sale recently in the swapmeet. Filters for main board and sub receiver wanted but not necessary. The px3s method requires less interface and demodulation circuitry, resulting in a significantly lowercost unit with lower power consumption consistent with portable use. This was a change from the original design that simply presented an opendrain transistor and required all external band decoder devices to supply the pullup resistor to generate a logichigh. Elecraft k3s with k144xv 2 m option im looking to buy a elecraft k3s. Guides you stepbystep in setting up your kx3 and kxpa100 amplifier.
Elecraft kxpa100 amplifier minimanual nifty accessories. The elecraft k3s sets the standard for compact, highperformance transceivers the ideal choice for dxpeditions, multitransmitter contesting, field day, and home stations alike. Being a elecraft fan, i would hope several of these are being sold to make a k3s purchase more tenable. Win4k3suite for the kx3 and kx2 brings big station performance to these radios. Kx3 basic computer setup for panadapter and log k4mtx. At this time, we are accepting repair service requests for k3 k3s, kpa1500 and kpa500. Elecraft k3 mars mod software worldwidedx radio forum. The other day i had a request from mike, ve3wdm to create a post on my setup running the kx3 as an sdr.
Attach the other end to the s cable to the data in jack on the back of your steppir controller 4. Be prepared and able to communicate in case of emergency with the largest selection at. In a followup email with carl at elecraft customer support, i learned that of the well over 10,000 kx3 in the field, elecraft has seen relay k7 fail only twiceand both failures were in my radio. Actually, i had seen the rig at dayton, but i hadnt given it much attention. David kd4nue sent from my verizon wireless phone reply message from. Gary, if k3 utility does not do the job for you, use the k3 menu directly see page 51 in the manual.
Available factory assembled or as a nosoldering kit, with 10w or 100w output 10w unit easily upgradeable to 100 w. This document contains the schematics for the elecraft k3 transceiver and its internal options. The elecraft frequency memory editor helps you maintain frequency memories using a spreadsheet format. All the same features as the k3 version with a hybrid software defined radio interface. The schematics are ordered as the basic k3 10, then various options. To have the computers do the tedious, mundane work, data collection is automated by making extensive use of scpi commands controlling lab gear and. The px3s method requires less interface and demodulation circuitry, resulting in.
It includes over 160 diagrams for you visual learners and 43 exercises showing how to use k3s features for those who learn by doing. Below, i describe a minimalist implementation using an elecraft k3, a computer and two audio patch cords. Win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3, k3s and kx3 transceivers supporting all options such as the secondary receiver, antenna tuner, and others, as well as the kpa500 amplifier, the kat500. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Further information about the elecraft k3s, including specifications, installation, and operation instructions, can be found in the owners manual. All software on this page is free for use by elecraft operators. The kx3 version of win4k3suite provides full control of the kx3 as well as a sound card based spectrum scope displaying kx3 signals in real time. To have the computers do the tedious, mundane work, data collection is automated by making extensive use of scpi commands controlling lab gear and then using statistics to determine when tests are complete. Technically the kx3 is already an sdr hardware components replaced by software through direct conversion receiver architectureso i think he meant to ask how use the kx3s iq data in sdr applications as the elecraft manual calls them. Elecraft px3 panadapter manuals, schematics and programmers. Title manual revision download size k3s owners manual k3s owners manual.