[Elecraft] K3 Internal Keyer vs. Straight Key

[KE8G]

All,
Thanks for the information!

This is what I was hoping for; to be able to have both plugged in and choose 
between which to use.

Thanks again,
Jim - KE8G
73

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bill Conkling" <nr4c at widomaker.com>
To: <Elecraft at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, September 05, 2010 11:37 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 Internal Keyer vs. Straight Key


> NO need to turn off the internal keyer.  I made my own serial cable to key
> my K3 from the computer via N3FHJP as well as other programs, plugged into
> the "Key" jack.  Keep the Bencher plugged into the "Paddles" jack as well.
>
> The cable is real simple, uses a 2n2222 transistor and a 1.2K resistor in
> the base.  Works well.
>
> ...bc
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: KE8G [mailto:KE8G at cox.net]
> Sent: Sunday, September 05, 2010 8:32 PM
> To: Elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Internal Keyer vs. Straight Key
>
> Dumb question here!
>
> I have a K3/100 #4401 and I am using N3FJP software.  I just purchased the
> Serial to Straight key cable. The setup instructions says the internal 
> keyer
> must be turned off.  I see nothing in the manual on how to do that.
>
> Also, on the rear panel there is an input for paddles and one marked key. 
> I
> believe that is for a straight key/PC, etc.
>
> How do I turn off the internal keyer?
> Or, can I keep the paddles connected (use when desired), plug the cable in
> the "key" input and use the software & PC?  Have both connected at the 
> same
> time?
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Jim - KE8G
> 73
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