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Nov. 24, 2009

What's new at Elecraft? -  K3 & K144XV 2-m module, P3 Panadapter, W2 Wattmeter

There's a lot going on at Elecraft, so we thought we'd get you caught up on our new and enhanced products. Thanks to you, we have had our best year ever. We've also just celebrated our 10th anniversary since shipping our first K2, and we have also just moved into a larger facility. 

In less than two years, the Elecraft K3 has set a new standard for high performance HF/6-meter transceivers. It's one of very few rigs to offer true diversity receive, giving DXers the edge they need. The K3 has also become the rig of choice for many DXpeditions.

The world's top contesters have also given it rave reviews, thanks to its unsurpassed close-in dynamic range (see, for example, www.sherweng.com/table.html). Yet the K3 is still the most affordable rig in its class, starting at just $1899 for the K3/100 (no-soldering kit; also available fully assembled and tested). And at only 9 pounds, it's also the ultimate rig for Field Day, lightweight travel and more casual outings.

But the K3 just keeps getting better!

-- Starting in early 2010, we'll be shipping our new P3 Panadapter.  

K3 with P3 in Full Spectrum Mode

P3 Split Spectrum and Waterfall Display Mode
The P3 is a stand-alone DSP spectral/waterfall display unit that's a perfect match for the K3. It has a built-in, high-contrast color display (LCD), point and click QSY tuning and better plug and play integration with the K3 than is possible with PC-based panadapters. P3 features include 2 to 200 kHz of span, signal averaging, peak hold, adjustable gain and adjustable reference level.  It also includes a buffered IF pass-through for support of additional IF processing. We're in Field Test right now and we'll announce final pricing when we begin taking orders in late March-April.

-- Also shipping in December is the K144XV, an internal 2-meter module for the K3.

With the K144XV you can now also use your K3 for 2M weak-signal and FM operation. It has outstanding receive specs, power output of up to 10 W (typical) in all modes, and can be used with both the main and sub receivers. With a K144XV installed, the K3 provides all-mode, full 160-2 m coverage.

 

-- New K3 firmware features include synchronous AM detection with VFO auto-tracking; 1-switch automation of often-used switch sequences (such as SPLIT with VFO movement);  selectable extended bass response; and enhanced noise reduction. For the latest K3 firmware downloads, see: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm .
 

We are now shipping the W2, our new autoranging HF / VHF / UHF Wattmeter/SWR bridge. 
Its microcontroller-enhanced feature set includes PC-readable power and SWR, programmable alarms, and free firmware upgrades via the internet. The W2 uses remote sensing, with up to two sensors that can be automatically selected as you transmit. Sensors are available in several power and frequency ranges (1.8-55 MHz up to 2 kW, and 144-450 MHz up to 200 W). The W2's compact size makes it ideal for tight spaces, and while it's styled to match the K3, it will work with any transmitter or amplifier. 
 
Finally, we're offering the completely updated 2010 ARRL Handbook.
This is in honor of the K3, which received the League's top rating in three of its "recommended transceiver" tables (Handbook pages 14.10 to 14.13).  Our discount price is $39.95.  To order, see our Books Page.

For further information on all of products, including the K3 and our three complete-kit transceivers (K2, K1, and KX1), VHF/UHF transverters, and mini-module kits, please visit us at:

   www.elecraft.com

 

You can see our price list and order on-line at:
 
http://www.elecraft.com/elecraft_prod_list.htm

You can also reach us at our new phone number: (831) 763-4211, or email us at: sales@elecraft.com

73,
Wayne, N6KR
Eric, WA6HHQ

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