[Elecraft] Elecraft K2 Internal Bluetooth Interface Integration Addon

[J-F VA2SS]

I forgot to mention that my K2 have now a MAC address !!!! :-)

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J-F VA2SS wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I finally did another project on my K2 #4130. I was tired of using a
> serial cable for just basic control of my K2 with Hamradio Deluxe.
> 
> I integrated an internal bluetooth interface bound to the KIO2. So, I am
> still able to use the KIO2 as usual OR via bluetooth connection with my
> CF-30 laptop. Since I don't have the internal battery installed in my K2,
> I used the ON/OFF switch for other purpose..... to activate or desactivate
> the internal bluetooth feature inside my K2. So if I don't need the
> bluetooth interface and want to save about 50-70 mA.... I have just to
> turn to OFF position and that's it !!
> 
> The interface is powered from the 5V line on the control board. That way,
> I can still monitor how current it takes by switching ON and OFF the
> interface and look at the K2 internal meter display.
> 
> This interface is fully compatible with all software... including Hamradio
> Deluxe.
> 
> A good thing also is Windows recognize the interface as a «remote control»
> interface using serial protocol...... And I also include my own brand and
> name inside interface firmware. Windows always see this piece of
> hardware..... «ELECRAFT K2 SN:4130» !!!!
> 
> If you want to take a sneek peek at my pictures.... just click the link
> below....
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/va2ss
> 
> The integration was very straight foward. And you do not loose nothing,
> even the external DB9 connector... can't use serial protocol on both at
> the same time for sure, that's logical.... but can use the DB9 with the
> control cable for the KPA100 and the bluetooth for the remote control at
> the same time.
> 
> Another clumsy project from me....
> 
> Any comment are welcome.
> 
> See you at Dayton !!!!
> 
> 73
> 
> de J-F VA2SS
> 

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