[Elecraft] K3 RS232 Query

[Dick Dievendorff]

Can another program find the K3 using your lead.  serial port speed issue? Do Com1 and 2 work with any other devices?  Are the com ports OK in the Windows device manager?

Dick, K6KR


On Oct 14, 2012, at 1:54 PM, john petters <tjpost at traditional-jazz.com> wrote:

> Hi folks,
> I made up a serial lead today to run from a window 2k computer which has
> a serial port. I've been using a Prolific USB / RS232 converter, which
> is very noisy. This, however connects to the K3 using HRD software and
> works correctly.
> The lead I made up uses 3 wires as the K3 manual suggests. There is no
> crossover. HRD will not see the K3.
> I tested the lead by connecting the USB converter to it and it worked
> perfectly with the new lead - so I don't think my lead is the problem. I
> tried all the available com ports (the USB lead works on Com 8) the
> RS232 should be on Com 1 or Com 2. Any suggestion
> -- 
> John Petters
> www.traditional-jazz.com
> Amateur Radio Station G3YPZ
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