[Elecraft] K2 Interfacing Questions / N3FJP Software

[Derek Brown]

I plan to use one of N3FJP's logging programs in conjunction with my K2
with the I/O option installed.  I will be using the custom serial cable
that was constructed along with the I/O option.  I want to be able to
key the rig with my laptop PC (use the message buffers in the software)
and either external paddles (using the internal keyer) or my paddle
using my Super CMOS external keyer.  

 

1)  Can I send the message buffers (key the rig) using ONLY the custom
serial cable (and no separate cable to the key input)?

2)   If I also use my paddle (and the internal keyer) or my paddles and
external keyer, will I need to construct the "Y" interface cable in the
Elecraft manual?

3)   If I need to construct the "Y" adapter, what connections / active
devices are required?

4)  What keyer input selection should be used on the K2 - hand, paddle
or auto-detect?

 

I could find out the answers to the above questions by experimentation
but I'm sure that some of you have already "been there, done that."

 

*** PLEASE - NO recommendations of other logging / control programs.***

 

Derek, WF4I