Introduction - ELECRAFT KH1 Owner's Manual

INTRODUCTION

The Elecraft KH1 is a pocket-sized, 40/30/20/17/15 meter, low-power CW transceiver optimized for hand-
held as well as table-top operation. The transceiver itself weighs only 6 oz. (0.17 kg); with internal battery
and all options installed, total weight is 13 oz. (0.36 kg). This allows it to be operated HT-style indefinitely
without causing arm or wrist fatigue. It's also an ideal backup rig, requiring little packing space.
The KH1's unique form-factor provides multiple advantages for field operation:
USER INTERFACE Both the knobs and optional keyer paddle (KHPD1) are at the lower end of the
transceiver. This is ideal when you're sitting or standing, holding the radio with one hand while
operating it with the other. The four pushbutton switches are close by, aligned with LCD text fields.
FIELD LOGGING The KHLOG1 fold-out log tray solves one of the most vexing problems with SOTA, HF
Pack, and general field operation: how to conveniently log contacts, in any situation. The tray can be
installed on either side of the radio, facilitating left- or right-handed use, and protects the front panel
when closed. Filled log sheets can be moved to the bottom of the stack with one hand..
BUILT-IN WHIP The KHATU1 antenna tuner comes with a modified top panel that embodies a whip
mounting screw, loading coil, and band-selection switch for use on 20/17/15 meters (and on 30 meters
with reduced efficiency). The supplied telescoping whip clips to the side of the rig when not in use. The
ATU matches a wide range of loads, and works with the BNC jack as well as the whip.
The KH1 covers the full frequency range of each ham band, with power output of 5 watts. Many hours of
field operation are ensured by an internal 2.6 AH, 11 V Li-ion battery (KXBT2). An internal charger (KHIBC1)
keeps the battery topped off, ready to go when you are.
The KH1 has many other features, including:
• small speaker
• real-time clock (RTC), including both time and date
• SWL band: 6.7 - 22.0 MHz (uses SSB mode to copy AM); ATU can be manually tuned to peak signals
• CW text decode/display, plus 32K EEPROM for transmit text capture and logging
• VFO locking, RIT, and XIT
• SSB/CW cross-mode operation
• Easy-to-use scan/mini-pan function for signal hunting
• firmware upgrades via supplied USB cable and KH1 Utility application
• full remote control for specialized applications
• light gray enclosure that stays cool, even in bright sunlight
• custom, zippered carrying case (ES20) with utility pockets (pg. 12)
We hope the KH1 becomes your go-to rig for ultralight adventure travel – whether to exotic locales, to the
urban/wilderness boundary, or just to your own back yard.
Wayne, N6KR
Eric, WA6HHQ
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