Elecraft K3 Transceiver Manuals

ELECRAFT K3 Assembly Manual (58 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 7 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction
5
- Customer Service and Support
  5
  - Technical Assistance
    5
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
7
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  7
- Preventing ESD Damage
  7
Preparing for Assembly
8
- Overview of the Kit
  8
- Appendix B, K3 Functional Block Diagram
  9
- Figure 1. Assembled Basic K3/10 (Less Top Cover)
  9
- Tools and Test Equipment Required
  10
- Unpacking and Inventory
  11
  - Screws
    11
  - Figure 2. Screw Sizes Used in Assembly
    11
  - Standoffs
    12
  - Lock Washers
    12
  - Figure 3. Typical Standoff
    12
  - Figure 4. Lock Washers
    12
Assembly
13
Test and Calibration
48
- Initial Power Checks
  48
- Figure 62. Connecting Speaker to KIO3 Board
  48
- Synthesizer Calibration
  49
- Filter Setup
  49
- Option Modules
  49
- Transmitter Test
  49
- Wattmeter Calibration (Optional)
  49
- Reference Oscillator Frequency (Optional)
  49
KPA3 100-Watt Module Installation
50
Appendix A Illustrated Parts List
51

ELECRAFT K3 Owner's Manual (82 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 13 MB

Table of Contents
2
A Note to K3 Owners

3
Key to Symbols and Text Styles

3
Quick-Start Guide

4
Introduction

7
- K3 Features
  7
- Specifications
  8
- Customer Service and Support
  10
Front Panel

11
- Control Groups
  11
- Display (LCD)
  12
- Leds
  13
- Front Panel Connectors
  13
- Primary Controls
  13
- Multi-Function Controls
  14
- VFO Tuning Controls
  14
- Keypad
  15
- Memory Controls
  16
- Message Record/Play Controls
  16
- RIT and XIT Controls
  16
Rear Panel

17
- Connector Groups
  17
- KIO3 Module
  18
Basic Operation

21
- Receiver Setup
  23
- Reducing Interference and Noise
  25
- Transmitter Setup
  26
- Voice Modes (SSB, AM, FM)
  28
- CW Mode
  30
- Data Modes
  31
Advanced Operating Features

33
- Text Decode and Display
  33
- CW-To-DATA
  34
- Tuning Aids: CWT and SPOT
  34
- Audio Effects (AFX)
  35
- Dual Passband CW Filtering
  35
- Receive Audio Equalization (EQ)
  35
- Transmit Audio Equalization (EQ)
  35
- SPLIT and Cross-Mode Operation
  36
- Extended Single Sideband (ESSB)
  36
- General-Coverage Receive
  36
- VFO B Alternate Displays
  36
- Alarm and Auto Power-On
  36
- Using the Sub Receiver
  37
- Receive Antenna In/Out
  39
- Buffered I.F. Output
  39
- Using Transverters
  39
- Scanning
  40
Main and Sub Receiver Antenna Routing

41
- Basic K3 (no KAT3 or KXV3)
  41
- K3 with KXV3 RF I/O Module
  41
- K3 with KAT3 ATU
  42
- K3 with KAT3 and KXV3
  43
Remote Control of the K3

44
Options

45
Firmware Upgrades

45
Configuration

46
- Crystal Filter Setup
  46
- Option Module Enables
  47
- Miscellaneous Setup
  47
- VFO a Knob Friction Adjustment
  48
- VFO B Knob Friction Adjustment
  48
- Real Time Clock Battery Replacement
  48
Calibration Procedures

49
- Synthesizer
  49
- Wattmeter
  49
- Transmitter Gain
  49
- Reference Oscillator
  50
- Front Panel Temperature Sensor
  51
- PA Temperature Sensor
  51
- S-Meter and RF GAIN Control
  51
Menu Functions

52
- MAIN Menu
  52
- CONFIG Menu
  53
Troubleshooting

63
- Parameter Initialization
  65
- Module Troubleshooting
  66
Theory of Operation

70
- Rf Board
  70
- Noise Blanker
  71
- KAT3 (ATU) and KANT3
  72
- KIO3 (Af/Digital I/O)
  72
- Front Panel and DSP
  72
- Nd LO)
  73
- KREF3 (Ref./2 KSYN3 (Synthesizer)
  74
- Firmware
  74
- K3 Block Diagram
  75
Appendix A: Crystal Filter Installation

76
Index

80

ELECRAFT K3 Assembly Manual (84 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

5
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  5
- Preventing ESD Damage
  5
Preparing for Assembly

6
- Overview of the Kit
  6
- Tools and Test Equipment Required
  8
- Unpacking and Inventory
  9
  - Screws
    9
  - Standoffs
    10
  - Lock Washers
    10
Assembly

11
- RF Board and Chassis
  12
  - RF Board Description
    12
  - RF Board and Chassis Assembly Procedure
    12
- KANT3 or KAT3, Right Side and Rear Panels
  20
- KIO3 Interface
  27
  - KIO3 Description
    27
  - KIO3 Interface Installation Procedure
    27
- Front Panel and DSP
  30
- KREF3 Reference Oscillator
  48
  - KREF3 Description
    48
  - KREF3 Installation Procedure
    48
- KSYN3 Synthesizer
  51
  - KSYN3 Description
    51
  - KSYN3 Installation Procedure
    51
- Loudspeaker
  54
  - Loudspeaker Description
    54
  - Loudspeaker Installation Procedure
    54
- KPA3 Shield
  56
  - KPA3 Shield Description
    56
  - KPA3 Shield Installation Procedure
    56
- Bottom Cover
  58
  - Bottom Cover Description
    58
  - Bottom Cover Hardware Installation Procedure
    58
- KNB3 Noise Blanker
  60
  - KNB3 Noise Blanker Description
    60
  - KNB3 Installation Procedure
    60
- Battery BT1
  61
  - Battery BT1 Description
    61
  - Battery BT1 Installation Procedure
    61
- KBPF3 General Coverage Receive Option
  62
  - KBPF3 Description
    62
  - KBPF3 Installation Procedure
    62
- Power Amplifier Jumper Block
  63
- Finishing the Enclosure
  63
  - Fan Opening Cover
    63
  - AUX RF Cable
    63
  - Bottom Covers
    64
  - Top Cover
    66
Test and Calibration

68
- Initial Power Checks
  68
- Synthesizer Calibration
  68
- Filter Setup
  69
- Reference Oscillator Calibration
  69
- TX Gain Calibration
  69
- Option Modules
  69
- Enable Modules
  69
- KPA3 100-Watt Amplifier Installation
  69
- KRX3 Subreceiver Installation
  70
- Other Calibration Procedures
  70
- Wattmeter Calibration (Optional)
  70
- S-Meter Calibration (Optional)
  70
Appendix A Illustrated Parts List

71
- Printed Circuit Boards
  71

ELECRAFT K3 Assembly Manual (75 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

5
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  5
- Preventing ESD Damage
  5
Preparing for Assembly

6
- Overview of the Kit
  6
- Tools and Test Equipment Required
  8
- Unpacking and Inventory
  9
  - Screws
    9
  - Standoffs
    10
  - Lock Washers
    10
Assembly

11
- RF Board and Chassis
  12
  - RF Board Description
    12
  - RF Board and Chassis Assembly Procedure
    12
- KANT3 or KAT3, Right Side and Rear Panels
  20
  - KANT3 or KAT3 Description
    20
  - KANT3 or KAT3, Right Side and Rear Panel Installation Procedure
    20
- KIO3 Interface
  25
  - KIO3 Description
    25
  - KIO3 Interface Installation Procedure
    25
- Front Panel and DSP
  28
  - Front Panel and DSP Description
    28
  - Front Panel Assembly Procedure
    28
  - Resistance Checks
    41
  - Initial Power on Check
    42
- KREF3 Reference Oscillator
  42
  - KREF3 Description
    42
  - KREF3 Installation Procedure
    42
- KSYN3 Synthesizer
  44
  - KSYN3 Description
    44
  - KSYN3 Installation Procedure
    44
- Loudspeaker
  46
  - Loudspeaker Description
    46
  - Loudspeaker Installation Procedure
    46
- KPA3 Shield
  49
  - KPA3 Shield Description
    49
  - KPA3 Shield Installation Procedure
    49
- Bottom Cover
  51
  - Bottom Cover Description
    51
  - Bottom Cover Hardware Installation
    51
- KNB3 Noise Blanker
  53
  - KNB3 Noise Blanker Description
    53
  - KNB3 Installation
    53
- Battery BT1
  54
  - Battery BT1 Description
    54
  - Battery BT1 Installation Procedure
    54
- KBPF3 General Coverage Receive Option
  55
  - KBPF3 Description
    55
  - KBPF3 Installation
    55
- Power Amplifier Jumper Block
  56
- Finishing the Enclosure
  56
  - Fan Opening Cover
    56
  - Bottom Covers
    57
  - Top Cover
    58
Test and Calibration

59
- Initial Power Checks
  59
- Synthesizer Calibration
  60
- Filter Setup
  60
- Reference Oscillator Calibration
  60
- TX Gain Calibration
  60
- Option Modules
  60
- Enable Modules
  60
- KPA3 100-Watt Amplifier Installation
  60
- Other Calibration Procedures
  61
- Wattmeter Calibration (Optional)
  61
- S-Meter Calibration (Optional)
  61
Appendix A Illustrated Parts List

62
- Printed Circuit Boards
  62

ELECRAFT K3 Installation And Operation Manual (55 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 6 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation And Operation Manual (52 pages)

High-performance 160-6 meter transceiver and subreceiver

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 3 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation And Operation Manual (23 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160-6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation And Operation Manual (22 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER, 2-METER OPTION

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Specifications
  3
- Customer Service and Support
  4
Assembling and Installing the K144XV

5
Using the K144XV

18
- VFO Tuning
  18
- Output Power Adjustment
  18
- Frequency Calibration
  19
- Status Light
  19
- Using External Transverters with the K144XV
  20
- Firmware Updates
  20
  - Checking Firmware Revision
    20
  - Installing New Firmware
    20
- Serial Port Control
  21
- DC Power on Antenna Cable During Transmit
  22

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (21 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 - 6 METER TRANSCEIVER and 100-WATT AMPLIFIER OPTION

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  6
Installation Procedure

7
Circuit Description

21
- Kpaio3
  21
- KPA3 Fan Panel
  21
- KPA3 Power Amplifier
  21

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (17 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
Preparing for Installation

3
Installation Procedure

5
- Removing the Top Cover
  5
Initial Setup

12
Computer Interface

12
- USB Computer Interface
  12
  - Forcing a Firmware Download Using the USB Interface
    13
- RS232 Computer Interface
  13
P3 Panadapter Interface

13
Monitoring RS232 Data

13
Customer Service and Support

15
- Technical Assistance
  15
- Repair / Alignment Service
  15
Appendix A - K144XV Cabling

16

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (15 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160–6 METER TRANSCEIVER and general coverage receive option

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 2 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (17 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (16 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160–6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (15 pages)

High-Performance 160-6 meter transceiver and interface option

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 2 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Programmer's Reference Manual (33 pages)

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (14 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  5
Installation Procedure

6
Preparing the KDVR3 for Operation

13
- Using the Digital Voice Recorder
  14

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (17 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER/ SYNTHESIZER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Checking Synthesizer Types
  3
Customer Service and Support

4
- Technical Assistance
  4
- Repair / Alignment Service
  4
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

6
- Choosing an Anti-Static Mat
  6
Preparing for Installation

7
- Tools Required
  7
- Parts Included
  7
Installation Procedure

8
- Removing the Top Cover
  8
- K144XV Option
  8
- Replacing the Synthesizer(S)
  10
- Reassembling the K3
  15

ELECRAFT K3 Installation And Operation Manual (12 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER, K3EXREF FREQUENCY LOCK OPTION

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (14 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  6
Installation Procedure

7

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Manual (11 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160-6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (11 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  6
Installation Procedure

7

ELECRAFT K3 Installation Instructions Manual (11 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160-6 METER TRANSCEIVER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  6
Installation Procedure

7

ELECRAFT K3 Manual (10 pages)

HIGH-PERFORMANCE 160 – 6 METER

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction

3
- Customer Service and Support
  3
  - Technical Assistance
    3
  - Repair / Alignment Service
    3
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

4
- How ESD Damage Occurs
  4
- Preventing ESD Damage
  4
Preparing for Installation

5
- Tools Required
  5
- Parts Included
  5
Installation Procedure

6
Enabling and Checking the Filters

9

ELECRAFT K3 Programmer's Reference Manual (11 pages)

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Radio | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Quick Start Manual (3 pages)

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Application Note (4 pages)

ALC

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Synthesizer | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Upgrade Instructions (11 pages)

AF Stage LINE OUT and Speaker Amplifier

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Amplifier | Size: 2 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Modification (5 pages)

DDS Gain Modification

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Synthesizer | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Modification (5 pages)

EXTERNAL ALC MODIFICATION

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Modification (4 pages)

AF Amplifier Output Modification

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Amplifier | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Quick Start Manual (9 pages)

12VDC OUT Current Modification

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Installing (5 pages)

RXA Board

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Microcontrollers | Size: 1 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Operating Note (2 pages)

Using the Audio Peaking Filter

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Transceiver | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Assembly And Operating Instructions (2 pages)

Boom Headset

Brand: ELECRAFT | Category: Headsets | Size: 0 MB

ELECRAFT K3 Transceiver Manuals

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

A Note to K3 Owners

Key to Symbols and Text Styles

Quick-Start Guide

Introduction

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Basic Operation

Advanced Operating Features

Main and Sub Receiver Antenna Routing

Remote Control of the K3

Options

Firmware Upgrades

Configuration

Calibration Procedures

Menu Functions

Troubleshooting

Theory of Operation

Appendix A: Crystal Filter Installation

Index

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Assembly

Assembly

Test and Calibration

Appendix A Illustrated Parts List

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Assembly

Assembly

Test and Calibration

Appendix A Illustrated Parts List

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Installation

Installation Procedure

Removing the KRX3A Module

Operation

Appendix A: Installing Crystal Filters in the KRX3A Sub Receiver

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Installation

Installation Procedure

Removing the KRX3 Module

Operation

Appendix A: Installing Crystal Filters in the KRX3 Subreceiver

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

Assembling and Installing the K144XV

Using the K144XV

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Installation

Installation Procedure

Circuit Description

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preparing for Installation

Installation Procedure

Initial Setup

Computer Interface

P3 Panadapter Interface

Monitoring RS232 Data

Customer Service and Support

Appendix A - K144XV Cabling

Table of Contents

Introduction

Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Preparing for Installation

Installation Procedure

Table of Contents

Introduction