[Elecraft] K3 - Macbook Pro

[Mike]

Thanks Michael -

What runs between the SL an the rig? Audio in, audio out, and a key line?

73, Mike NF4L

On 9/7/2011 12:06 PM, Michael Babineau wrote:
> Mike :
>
> I use the SignalLink USB and it works well on my Macbook  (no drivers to install) as well as under WIN XP running on
> the same machine under Parallels Desktop.  I primarily run FlDigi for soundcard modes on Mac OS, WIN XP and Linux.
> The SignalLink USB  uses an internal VOX circuit to key the rig so no USB to serial adaptor is needed for keying.
>
> If you need a serial port on your Mac for rig control,  I have had nothing but success with the following Startech USB to Serial Adaptor :
>
> http://www.startech.com/Cards-Adapters/Serial-Cards-Adapters/USB-to-RS232-DB9-Serial-Adapter-Cable-Male-to-Male-Serial-Adapter-USB-to-Serial~ICUSB232
>
> Generally any USB adaptor that uses the Prolific chipsets seems to work very well on Mac OS or Linux.
>
> Best of luck
>
> Michael VE3WMB / VA2NB
>
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