[Elecraft] K2 - remote encoder and LCD components

[Andrew Moore]

I should be more clear -- the rig (including front panel board, control
board, RF board) stays in one location; the LCD and encoder (and a few
pushbuttons) are 10 to 15 feet away (i.e. not even soldered to the PC
board).

--Andrew

> I have an application that involves remotely locating the K2's shaft
> encoder (Z1) and liquid crystal display components (the backlit LEDs D2
> and D3, and the 8 digit LCD, DS1).  The extension length is roughly 10
> or 15 feet.  Are the signals likely to degrade much?  I'd plan on using
> shielded wires for each signal (though maybe not necessary on low
> frequency ones such as LED power).  Coax?  Shielded twisted pair?  What
> might be best?