[Elecraft] Remote Control Programs for the K2

[Jim Campbell]

"George, W5YR" wrote:
> 
> Jim, I am not sure that you have to write a lot or even any of macros to
> control your K2 with MixW. It lists the K2 specifically in its setup list
> so frequency and mode control is provided, as well as filter selection,
> etc. That alone will go a long way in giving you remote operation from the
> computer.

George, thanks for the prompt reply.  I downloaded the latest version of 
MixW2 and it indeed does have the K2 shown in its configuration. 
However,
I don't see it act any differently than the previous version that didn't
have the K2 shown.  I have been using some macros written by Charles
Greene
that tells the K2 to go into CAT mode.  I could probably do most of what
I
would like to do using macros, but the K2 Remote software sure spoils
you
with what it is able to do. You can also tell at a glance what
everything 
is set at.
 
> The macros are actually very simple to write and apply - they just look
> mean!

It's not that I am reticent to write macros (I have programmed in
something
like 30 different languages including APL, Jovial and assembler), I like
the
more visual interface of K2 Remote better than pushing buttons.  Also,
the 
macro interface doesn't tell you at a glance which filter you are using, 
for example.
 
> Get a demo copy of MixW and see how well it works with the K2. The macro
> business is not all that well documented, but maybe I can lend a hand later
> on.

I have the latest copy of MixW2.  I guess I will play with it for a few
more
days before deciding whether I want to shell out $50.  I don't object to
the
price, but I hate to pay for something and end up not using it.

Thanks,

Jim
W4BQP