[Elecraft] K3 RTTY contest

[barry whittemore]

Bill, I use RTTY often in contests and find it incredibly easy to use. I built a very simple interface and use FSK rather than AFSK. that does not require any adjustments etc. I do some of the AFSK modes as well but one mans settings will not be the same as another depending on software volume levels etc. it is just a trial and adjust but it works well and is an easy process.
I can send you a pdf of my interface cable if you like. It works good but requires its own serial port. I have used it with a "real" serial port as well as a USB to serial adapter and it works either way. with the FSK there are no level adjustments needed. 
I have not used an FT5K but i used to have an FT1000 MP that i loved but i find my K3 to be the absolute best radio i have ever owned. its almost effortless to go from one mode to another. 
no relation to Elecraft other than a very happy owner. (1/2 owner actually, i share with NE1F)
73
Barry
NF1O
 
 
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I am wondering if anyone has used the k3 in any rtty contests and what 
their menu settings are for the radio, thoughts comments, expectations 
etc as opposed to all the greatness I hear on the y 5k reflector.
I know the K3 is a great radio but I don't seem to read too many 
operator comments on its greatness......
thanks all.
Bill
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