Elecraft KX3 Mobile Installation And Operation Guide User Manual
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it’s least convenient. Suction mounts should be reseated several times a month to maintain
retention. They only last about a year, so keep that in mind.
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Air vent mount. Most of these are designed for use with very lightweight devices like smart
phones and media players. They’re available at electronics retailers such as Best Buy. One
manufacturer is Bracketton. Vent mounts may sag and most will need periodic adjustment.
This alternative is not recommended, but may be the only choice for some mobile users with
limited space. Don’t count on air vent mounts lasting very long: They have too many moving
parts, most of them are too fragile for a lot of mount / dismount cycles, and they’re not rated
for the KX3’s weight.
Figure 1. ProClip dashboard mount in a 2012 Honda Civic supporting a RAM double‐arm clamp from
an AMPS 1” ball adapter. The cradle retaining the KX3 is the same unit as shown in Figure 2 (also
made by National Products – tradename: RAM).