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

[ab7r at cablespeed.com]

Not talking about visual vs. audio...the point is you don't NEED a computer.  If someone 
is going to bring one, then fine....but it is not necessary.  Also...a likely feature in a 
subsequent firmware version will be to decode the PSK/RTTY to CW so you CAN listen instead 
of look.

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73,
Greg - AB7R
Whidbey Island WA
NA-065

On Tue Jun 19 10:22 , "Simon Brown (HB9DRV)"  sent:

>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. 
>
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