[Elecraft] Java programmer needed to write Elecraft KRC2 utility

Thu Aug 21 19:51:01 2003

Wayne, Eric,

Interesting product.  Are you set on java?  I assume you are passing the
code through the k2 using the KIO-type interface?  If you want to do it in
C++, I could take a look at it.  I coded a very functional k2 control
program that interfaces to DX spots, logs to Excel and controls the K2 so I
am familiar with the work.  I started in VB but converted it to C++ for
performance and flexibility.  I would need a KRC2 for testing :)

I hope all is well.  I have been very busy getting my new company off the
ground.

Jerry Hancock  KG6KGP

-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected]
[mailto:[email protected]]On Behalf Of Wayne Burdick
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2003 10:29 AM
To: Elecraft
Cc: Jack Brindle; Eric Swartz
Subject: [Elecraft] Java programmer needed to write Elecraft KRC2 utility

Hi all,

I know we have some programming talent among our customers. Here's your
chance
to get in on the fun at Elecraft ;)

We're looking for an accomplished Java/Javascript programmer. You'll work
with
Jack Brindle, WA4FIB, the developer of our KRC2 programmable band
decoder/controller, to write two KRC2-related utilities.

The first will allow download of new KRC2 firmware via the PC's serial port.
(The right person for the job would be able to write something like this
very quickly.)

The second will allow users of the KRC2 to set up an arbitrary mapping
between
bands and relay driver outputs. Normally there's a 1:1 mapping between them.
But
let's say you have a tri-band beam. In this case, you'd want one particular
relay driver to turn on when any of three bands are selected. This is an
alternative to wire-ORing the terminal strips inside the KRC2 itself.

The KRC2 firmware is very flexible and event-driven, so it can accommodate
much
more interesting applications.  Multi-rig/multi-antenna mapping, CW contest
keying, and full control or sequencing of the K2 are all possible. However,
these first two simple utilities are the most important and will form the
basis
for any further development.

If you're interested in helping us unleash the full potential of the KRC2,
please contact Jack Brindle, and also copy Eric Swartz. (Both e-mail
addresses
are cc'ed, above.)

73,
Wayne
N6KR

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