[Elecraft] Java programmer needed to write Elecraft KRC2 utility

Fri Aug 22 14:10:02 2003

On 22/8/03 12:45 am, "Jerry Hancock" <[email protected]> wrote:

Wayne, Eric

Please don't forget us Mac users ! Java is probably the cheapest way for you
to support us and them - so go for it !

Edward

> 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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