[Elecraft] was N4PY K2 Software, now Dot/PTT

Thu Feb 19 19:52:00 2004

The PTT/DOT sharing has nothing to do with N4PY's software.  Carl has done a
great job.  The issue is really the fact that no separate PTT is provided on
CW, firmware-wise.  Basically it means vox or nothing, and extra plugging
and unplugging of the mic cable when changing modes (yeah, I occasionally do
SSB).  Perhaps the word disaster is a bit strong, but it does require some
extra creativity....

73,
Blake N4GI

----- Original Message -----
From: "Hank Kohl K8DD" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, February 19, 2004 7:20 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] N4PY K2 Software

> Maybe I'm missing something here, or maybe it's only with the N4PY
software
> or maybe it's only with KIO control of the PTT ........
>
> But with both my K2's, when on CW, if the PTT line is closed it keys the
> radio to full output.
> This IS a disaster when you want to use software that can utilize the PTT
> line to make the radio change from RX to TX (without causing the radio to
> go to full output), let the relays changeover in the amp, and then start
> sending CW.
>
> 73    Hank    K8DD
>
>
> At 2/19/2004 04:36 PM, [email protected] wrote:
>
> >DOT/PTT on the K2 battling with LPT PTT creates a 2radio switchbox a
> >DISASTER.  I've developed work arounds for that inconvenience, but 2radio
> >SSB is a different story.  With miles of cables running to and fro on my
> >desk, yes, swapping cables when swapping modes is a pain....
> >
> >I know I'm not the only one who thinks the PTT/DOT sharing is wacky.  I
> >really can't see one situation where it would be beneficial.
> >
> >  73, Blake N4GI
>
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