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Setup for calibration – Elecraft KXFL3 Filter Option User Manual

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Figure 4. Connecting the Test Antenna to the KX3 Input – With KXAT3.

Close the KX3 case again, taking care to ensure that the loop remains in place around the crystal and the

end of the wire remains plugged into the connector.

Setup for Calibration

This procedure is written for someone using a KX3 for the first time, but it is not a comprehensive tutorial.
Complete operating instructions are in the KX3 Owner’s Manual.

The following symbols are used throughout the procedure to indicate KX3 front panel operations:

L S B

Display icon or text

.

.

Enter keypad function

Lock indicator (applies to VFO or menu parameter)

X M I T

Tap switch function (labeled on a switch)

T U N E

Hold switch function (labeled below a switch; hold for about 1/2 second)

M I C

Function of a rotary control (knob)

O F S / B

Tap switch function of a rotary control (labeled above a knob)

C L R

Hold switch function of rotary control (labeled below a knob; hold for 1/2 second)

BKLIGHT

Menu entry

Disconnect anything connected to the KX3 antenna BNC connector.

Connect power and tap the

B AN D -

and

AT U T U N E

switches simultaneously to turn the KX3 on. Allow

the KX3 to warm up about 15 minutes before beginning to make the nulling adjustments on page 9.You can
continue with the setup procedure below while the KX3 is warming up.

Hold

P W R

and set the output power to

0.0W

on the display. Tap

P W R

again to exit.