Option

Description

Price (US $)

MH3 Mic

The MH3 microphone includes a high-quality element, space-saving right-angle plug, PTT switch, and VFO UP/DN function buttons.

$59.95

KXPD2 Keyer Paddle       

The KXPD2 is a very compact mechanical keyer paddle that attaches directly to the front of KX2 (or KX3). This eliminates the need for a heavy keyer base. It includes a slot in which to store the contact-adjustment wrench.

$109.95

CS40 and CS60 Padded Cases

These padded cases will protect your KX2 and accessories during transport. The CS40 is just right for carrying the KX2, a wire antenna, earbuds, log sheet, keyer paddle (e.g. KXPD2), and other small items. The larger CS60 can also accommodate an MH3 microphone and larger antennas or accessories.

CS40 $29.95

CS60 $39.95

KXIO2         RTC & Aux. Outputs

The KXIO2 option provides a real-time clock and two user-programmable outputs (AUX jack). The time can be displayed in the KX2’s VFO B area and the TIME menu entry). Time accuracy can be fined-tuned to about +/- 2 seconds per day using the RTC ADJ menu entry. The two AUX outputs can be used for controlling per-band external equipment such as an antenna switch or transverter (see the AUX 1 and AUX 2 menu entries). 

$69.95

KXAT2     Internal ATU (Antenna Tuner)

With a KXAT2 automatic antenna tuner (ATU) installed, you can use non-resonant and narrow-band antennas. Such antennas are very convenient for field operation. An ATU can improve transmit power transfer and receive sensitivity.

$179.95

KXPA100  Integrated   

100-W Amplifier

The KXPA100 is a rugged 100-W, 160-6 m amp that can be used with the KX2, KX3, or any other QRP transceiver. An internal 100-W ATU is also available for the amp (KXAT100). The KX2 can remotely tune the 100-W ATU and control its antenna switch ( MENU:ANT.X SW). A KX2 Accessory Cable (KX2ACBL) is required to split the KX2’s ACC jack into two jacks: KEY OUT (2.5 mm) and serial I/O (3.5 mm).

·          KX2ACBL $9.95

KXBT2    Internal Li-Ion Battery Pack

The KXBT2 battery pack weighs about 4.8 oz, and can provide up to 8 hours of typical transceiver operation and up to 10 W power output.  You can plug in an internal battery and an external supply at the same time, and the radio will operate from whichever is higher in voltage.

$59.95

KXBC2

Battery Charger

This charger is designed specifically for use with our KXBT2 Li-ion battery pack. It can safely charge the KXBT2 in 1 to 3 hours. Note: To charge the battery, you must first remove it as described in the KX2 owner’s manual. It cannot be charged while inside the radio. The power jack on the left side panel is isolated from the internal power jack, and cannot supply power to the battery.

$24.95

KX2GNDPLUG

A mini-banana plug intended to facilitate ease of grounding on the KX2.

$6.95

KX2ACBL

Used to break out the computer control and key out

signals separately. These can then be connected to an Elecraft KXPA100 amplifier via its adapter cable.

$9.96