[Elecraft] CW Macros and K3/MAC integration

[Joel Black]

Chuck,

I am a recent (two years) convert to Mac.

Question #1: I got the CW memories to work once, but I forgot how I did it. I use a logging program that does that for me.

Question #2: I use RUMlog for day-to-day logging and RUMped for contest logging. The each have a user interface that integrates very well with the K3 (and KX3). RUMlog does a lot and it would be best if you just went to the web page because I am sure to forget something. Best of all, it’s completely free and the author is pretty responsive in the RUMlog forums.

I tried other programs for day-to-day logging on my Mac:

1. Aether - I really liked this program. I paid $45 for it. I noticed the program wouldn’t log a power level below 1 W (other than 0 W). I tried contacting the author multiple times via multiple means and he never responded. That is $45 shoved up a wild hog’s butt.

2. MacLoggerDX - It does a lot; more than RUMlog, but in my opinion, it doesn’t do $99 worth of stuff for me. I have never discussed anything with the author of the program. I suggest you read all the eham.net reviews. I couldn’t see spending that kind of money for my kind of logging. You may find it fits your needs.

There are Windows programs that may or may not work with the Mac using WINE. I use CrossOver and have been able to get the SKCCLogger and GenLogger working very well on my computer. I even have CAT control with SKCCLogger. As with anything computer related, your mileage may vary.

I am sure there are others who will suggest programs I may not remember or about which I know nothing.

Good luck.

73,
Joel - W4JBB

> On Dec 10, 2014, at 10:04 AM, Eklund Charles <drchaz at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> 1. I’m trying to figure out how to program the K3 to send CW messages. I know it must be documented somewhere, but after a bit of searching I can’t find instructions. If someone could point me in the right direction I would appreciate it.
> 
> 2. I am contemplating converting my computer interface with the K3 from a Windows environment to a Mac environment. I am a long-time Mac user and would prefer that environment. I’m wondering what programs people use (rig control, logging, CW and digital decoding, etc.)
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Chuck
> WØBBO
> 
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