[Elecraft] CW, Data and phone interface?

[Mike]

  One drawback to NOT using VOX is you lose QSK capability, I found out.

I was dead set on using FSK for RTTY, but someone on the list convinced me to try 
AFSK, and I'm glad I did. No interface for either of the digi modes I use (TTY and PSK).

For CW keying, I use a line from the parallel port of the computer to the key jack on 
the K3. I write my own software. I was surprised to find a computer still available 
with a parallel port. When that goes away, I'll use a serial port.

73, Mike NF4L


On 7/3/2010 10:46 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Rich,
>
> Yes, all that is needed is a pair of cables with 3.5mm stereo plugs
> between the K3 and the computer soundcard and you can do digital with
> VOX - add the RS-232 cable and software that provides the proper
> controls (HRD/DM780 does, others use DTR or RTS - set the K3 menu
> correctly).
>
> Others can answer about the N1MM, but if you are considering CW through
> the computer, I suggest the K1EL Winkey - the K3 can handle "KY"
> commands through the RS-232 connection, but few software applications
> implement that.
>
> The Microkeyer can be used as the soundcard, but I know nothing about
> its DVK capabilities.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> Richard Hill wrote:
>> I think my dim novice brain is finally picking up on a distinct K3
>> interface advantage.  I think that all that is needed for computer
>> interface is two audio patch cords and an RS232 cable for DVK and data.
>> Time to dive back into the manuals....
>>
>> I'm interested in smooth operation in contests using N1MM and the K3.  I
>> think that a K1EL keyer is useful for CW and that adds to the interface.
>>
>> I'm currently using a microKeyer II and frustrated over DVK operation.
>>
>> How do others set up CW, Data and phone?
>>
>> Thanks
>> NU6T
>> Rich
>>
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