[Elecraft] K3 RS323 and Data Modes {was YAQ - YetAnother (K3)Question}

[Simon Brown (HB9DRV)]

I don't agree - with CW you tune by ear, for PSK31 / RTTY you need a visual 
indication. You're also assuming that the other stations are using PSK31 
(not PSK63) or RTTY with 45.45 / 170Hz. Also it's common to decode digital 
signals which are not visible on a waterfall.

Myself I'm planning on a decent 12" laptop for portable ops with my IC-703, 
many now offer up to 4 hours on a standard battery.

If you can get a K3 out portable with the required power supplies and 
associated gubbins then adding laptop is a doddle.

Simon Brown, HB9DRV

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <ab7r at cablespeed.com>


Exactly the case.  With the built-in decoder you can take the K3 someplace 
portable
without a computer and still send and receive PSK31/RTTY just as easily as 
having a
QSO in CW.