[Elecraft] KPA500 Firmware Update and USB-Serial Cable ?

[Phil Hystad]

Gang,

OK, I was going to update the firmware with the latest (1.18 I think) version for the KPA500 and realized that I did not have a PC USB to KPA500 Serial (DB9) cable for this.

My first question:  was one supposed to come with the KPA500?  If so, I will need to look around better.  If not, I am wondering how I missed ordering that.

Second question:  is the USB to Serial cable needed by the KPA500 the same as used with the K3.  I mean, on the order page, under the K3 category do you order that particular cable or is there something listed for each rig component (e.g. KPA500).  I know the KAT500 is different, using the little 3.5 mm connector I think on the KAT500 side.

Thanks for clarification.

73, phil, K7PEH