[Elecraft] connecting K3 and P3 to a computer

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

> I see that the RS 232 connection from my P3 to the K3 is in place. I
> love the P3 and K3 duo. Now I see that there are two RS 232
> connectors on the P3. Do I just run a connector from the P3 to the PC
> and keep the connection in place for the K3 / P3 ?

Yes.

> I guess the Baud rate will be the highest 34800 or whatever it is.

Yes, 38,400 works best.

> I do have a Micro Ham (keyer only) which I can use with the new
> setup. I understand that Windows based programs cause keying
> glitches.

Connect the CAT cable from microHAM CW Keyer to the P3 and use the
CAT port in microHAM Router as the Radio port in N1MM Logger.  See
the example configuration for N1MM Logger and microHAM CW Keyer
document file available via "Help | Download Documents" in microHAM
Router or on-line at www.microHAM-USA.com/support.html.

73,

    ... Joe Subich, W4TV
        microHAM America, LLC.
        http://www.microHAM-USA.com
        http://groups.yahoo.com/group/microHAM


On 9/3/2011 8:48 AM, jim danehy wrote:
> I am very ignorant of computer operations. I thought before I attempt to
> hook up my K3 / P3 / KPA500 to my computer I would ask first.
>
> I used to use a DOS based logging program (CT) and a parallel port to key my
> rigs. So I have a very basic understanding of what needs to be done.
>
> I recently was exposed to N1MM at a friends station during a multi -
> operator (me and others) operation. I was very impressed with how N1MM gives
> you a lot of windows and options. The Band Plan or whatever it is called
> from Telnet is fantastic.
>
> I downloaded N1MM on my XYL's laptop to play around without having N1MM
> connected to the rig. Limited to what I can do with no COM part open but
> getting acquainted.
>
> I see that the RS 232 connection from my P3 to the K3 is in place. I love
> the P3 and K3 duo. Now I see that there are two RS 232 connectors on the P3.
> Do I just run a connector from the P3 to the PC and keep the connection in
> place for the K3 / P3 ? Then I can see if I can get a COM port assigned and
> work on getting myself on N1MM. Before I did t his "daisy chain" I thought I
> should ask. I guess the Baud rate will be the highest 34800 or whatever it
> is.
>
> I do have a Micro Ham (keyer only) which I can use with the new setup. I
> understand that Windows based programs cause keying glitches.
>
> I am ignorant but not stupid. If you want to email me off line that is fine
> too. I take all assistance with great thankfulness.
>
> Have a good Labor Day weekend.
>
> 73  Jim W9VNE
>        Cincinnati, OH
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