Common questions

What is a KX3?

What is a KX3?

Ultra-Compact Home/Portable/Mobile Station The revolutionary Elecraft KX3 puts the world in the palm of your hand! Despite its small size, it covers all amateur bands from 160-6 meters, operates in all modes, and has DSP-based features usually found only on larger radios.

Is elecraft KX3 SDR?

The KX3 transceiver is a portable software-defined radio (SDR) transceiver with a full-featured knob-and-button interface. Although it is an SDR transceiver, it does not require a computer connection.

Who owns Elecraft?

Founders: Wayne Burdick, N6KR, and Eric Swartz, WA6HHQ. Founded in 1998, Elecraft offers full-featured transceivers and accessories both as factory-assembled and easy-to-build kits. The latter makes us unique among major ham manufacturers.

How do I update firmware on my KX3?

Connect the KX3 to your computer and be sure it is turned on. Select the Firmware tab and Click on “Check versions now” button. 8. Review the release notes.

How many watts is the elecraft KX3?

The KX3 covers 160-6 meters, all modes, with a maximum power output of 15 W, while the KX2 covers 80-10 meters, all modes, at up to 12 watts. Both include true desktop-radio features, like auto-notch, noise reduction, built-in text decode/display, and RX/TX EQ.

How do you turn on a KX3?

  1. This section summarizes all KX3 controls.
  2. To Turn Power ON/OFF: Hold both the BAND- and ATU TUNE switches for 2 seconds.
  3. Tap Functions: Tap a switch or knob briefly to activate the function labeled on or above it, e.g. RATE .

Which is the control package for the Elecraft K3?

Win4K3Suite is a comprehensive control package for the Elecraft K3, KX3, and K3S. It includes support for the P3, KPA500, KAT500, KXPA100, SDRPlay and LPPAN panadapters. Win4K3 interfaces to all third party hardware and software programs including HRDLogbook, DM780, DXLabsSuite, NAP3, N1MM+ and many more.

Is the KX3 the same as the Elecraft K3s?

And the KX3 has the same full-size display as the Elecraft K3S, so all operating information is available at a glance. The KX3’s tutorial-style manual explains how and why controls are used, so new Hams will be experts in no time.

Are there any programs that work with The KX3?

Most K3 programs will also work with the KX3. 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. Ham Radio Deluxe, CAT control support for K3, KX3, K2 and most other rigs.

Is the Elecraft K3s 100 watt transceiver available?

Elecraft’s state-of-the-art K3S transceiver offers a unique combination of ultra-high performance and affordability. Both 100-watt and 10-watt (upgradeable) models are available as no-soldering kits. Available fully assembled and tested, the K3S is comparable in both features and performance to transceivers listing at up to six times its price.

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Ruth Doyle