[Elecraft] K3: USB port

[Mike]

I'm not sure how you envision moving the audio to USB.

I think putting the USB port in the K3 would open a Pandora's box re: drivers.

If you're asking to just move the serial to USB adapter into the rig, there is NO gain.

If you're asking to do away with serial port comms entirely and go to USB only, 
you're creating a huge hassle for the software authors, as well as opening a 
Pandora's box re: drivers for it.

73, Mike NF4L

On 11/18/2010 7:31 PM, James Sarte (K2QI) wrote:
> Hello group,
>
> I know Wayne has mentioned several times in the past that they had
> considered all possibilities when it comes to PC interfaces for the K3,
> including USB.  In fact, he says the following on 16 June, 2009:
>
> "The KIO3's digital I/O module could be replaced with one that has USB
> rather than RS232 -- or better yet, both. We planned for this.
>
> The reason we went with RS232 initially is that many hams are still
> using PCs that have only RS232 ports. Those who prefer to use USB can
> use an inexpensive USB-to-RS232 adapter. There is no difference in I/O
> performance between the two methods. "
>
> Just wanted to revisit this topic and find out if anyone has heard anything
> more regarding a possible USB interface for the K3.  I know it's not for
> everyone, but for myself and perhaps others out there, the ability to carry
> all data, including audio on a single cable would be convenient.  Right now,
> I'm using a Keyspan USB to RS232 adapter for data, along with two separate
> stereo cables for audio.  I don't have any real complaints with that setup,
> but could be problematic when transferring the rig around from computer to
> computer.
>