Introduction; Key To Symbols And Text Styles - ELECRAFT KX2 Owner's Manual

Introduction

The Elecraft KX2 is a pocket-sized, 80-10 m, SSB/CW/data transceiver designed specifically for portable,
mobile, and hand-held operation. Weighing just 13 oz. (0.35 kg), it's the perfect "grab and go" HF radio.
Despite its small size, the KX2 is a full-featured HF transciever, with up to 10 W output. Its powerful digital
signal processor (DSP) provides dual watch, built-in PSK and RTTY modes, digital voice recorder, stereo
audio, noise reduction, and various filtering functions. The KX2 can be configured as a complete station,
with internal antenna tuner (ATU), whip antenna (AX1), attached keyer paddle (KXPD2), and internal
battery (KXBT2). Current drain is about 150 mA, far lower than other DSP-based portable transceivers.
Since the KX2 is a software-defined-radio (SDR), you'll be able to add new features via free firmware
upgrades. For mobile and home use, you can boost the KX2's output to 100 watts with the optional
KXPA100 amplifier. The KXIO2 option adds a real-time clock, as well as two outputs that can be used for
antenna switching or other applications.
When your next adventure begins—whether at home or in the field—your KX2 will be ready.
73,
Wayne, N6KR
Eric, WA6HHQ

Key to Symbols and Text Styles

Important – read carefully
Operating tip
Icon or text shown on the display
L S B
. Enter keypad function
Locked (VFO or menu parameter)
Tap function of a knob or switch
X M I T
T U N E Hold function (hold switch 0.5 s)
Rotary control (knob) function
M I C
Menu entry
BKLIGHT
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