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ELECRAFT KH1 User Manual

ELECRAFT KH1
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ELECRAFT KH1
HAND-HELD, 5-BAND CW TRANSCEIVER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Rev. B2 Nov. 21, 2023
Doc. #E740377
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ELECRAFT KH1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tuning Steps10 Hz
TypeHF Transceiver
ModesSSB, CW, AM, FM
Output Power5 W
Image RejectionGreater than 70 dB
IF Rejection80 dB

Summary

Introduction to the Elecraft KH1

General Precautions and Power Source

Important Cable and Whip Warnings

Warnings about KXUSB cable usage and whip contact during transmission.

Internal Battery Management

Antenna Connections and Usage

Tips for Compact Antenna Effectiveness

Counterpoise Wire Importance

Emphasizes the necessity of a counterpoise wire for signal strength.

Carrying Case and Key/Data Jack

Key/Data Jack Functionality

Details the jack's use for keying devices, firmware updates, and remote control.

Data Connection, Audio, and Display

Data Connection via KEY/DATA Jack

Explains using the KEY/DATA jack for firmware updates and remote control.

KH1 Front Panel Reference

Front Panel Controls Overview

Covers knobs, switches, jacks, and ports on the front panel.

Basic Operation and Knob Functions

VFO Knob Tuning Functions

How to use the VFO knob for tuning and step size selection.

AF/MON Knob Functions

How to adjust AF gain, sidetone, and use monitor functions.

Control Functions Overview

Keyer Speed, ATU Tuning, and Messages

ATU Tuning Procedures

How to use the automatic antenna tuner for matching loads.

Advanced Features

Scan/Mini-Pan Operation

Configuring and using the band-scanning function to find signals.

Programmable Functions, Clock, and Power

User-Programmable Functions Setup

Assigning menu entries to programmable functions (PF1, PF2, PF3).

Customizing Power Levels

Adjusting LO and HI power levels using the MENU:ADJ PWR.

Text Decode, Cross-Mode, and General Receive

ATU Tuning, Metering, Logging, and Initialization

Manually Tuning the ATU

Manually adjusting ATU settings for receive peaking or SWL band.

Initializing Parameters (EEINIT)

Resetting KH1 configuration or operational parameters to defaults.

Firmware Updates and Remote Operation

Standard and Forced Firmware Updates

Procedures for performing standard and forced firmware updates.

Configuration and Alignment Procedures

Receiver Alignment Procedures

Steps for aligning receiver parameters like reference frequency and BFO.

Transmitter Alignment Procedures

Steps for aligning transmitter parameters like PA bias and watt meter.

Menu Functions: AGC and BFO

ADJ AGC V (AGC) Setting

Setting the onset of AGC action by adjusting DC bias.

ADJ BFO (BFO) Optimization

Optimizing BFO frequencies for filter sensitivity and signal amplitude.

Menu Functions: BIAS and BPF

ADJ BIAS (BIA) Setting

Setting the PA bias current using trimmer R9.

ADJ BPF (BPF) Tuning

Tuning the receive band-pass filter for specific frequency segments.

Menu Functions: DATE, PWR, and REF

ADJ PWR (PWR) Power Adjustment

Setting approximate power output on a per-band, per-power-level basis.

Menu Functions: RTC, SMTR, and SWR

ADJ SWR (SWR) Bridge Nulling

Nulling the SWR bridge for accurate SWR measurements.

Menu Functions: TIME, ATU, and PARAM

Menu Functions: Display, Init, Firmware, Keying

EE INIT (EE) Parameter Initialization

Reinitializing KH1 parameters to defaults (OPERATIONAL or FULL).

Menu Functions: Key Jack, Logging, and Scan

Menu Functions: PFn, Text Decode, and VBAT

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General Troubleshooting Guide

Addresses common issues like UTILITY?, ERR messages, and power problems.

Transmit Troubleshooting

Troubleshoots paddle security, whip mounting, transmission, and power output.

Receive Troubleshooting and Error Messages

Receive Troubleshooting

Addresses issues with speaker, signal reception, audio noise, and RFI.

Error Messages: Hardware and Initialization

Error Messages: UTILITY?

Theory of Operation

Product Specifications

Customer Service and Support

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