[Elecraft] [K3] - Digital Modes Interface - Working Split

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

> When working split, is there any reason why I have to be able to
> decode both the DX (or split station [i.e. W1AW/x]) and the calling
> station?

It's not absolutely necessary but it makes working split - especially
in big pile-ups - much easier if one can tell where the target is
listening.  With the incessant calling of some stations one simply
can not rely of seeing a signal pop up on the P3 or some software based
panadapter.

> Now, some things on my wish list (way down the road) and I cannot
> really see how to hook all this up with either the Navigator or a
> microHAM interface (before you ask, I like lemonade flavored
> Kool-Aid):
>
> P3 SVGA adapter - okay, I know that just goes in the P3 and doesn't
> have anything to do with the Navigator / microHAM
 > KPA500
 > KAT500
 > W2 wattmeter

DigiKeyer II does not effect the use/connection of any of the K-line.
The RS-232 connection from DKII connects to the P3 where the computer
would normally connect.  FSK and PTT connect to the K3 ACC jack using
the DB15 Y adapter that is part of the Elecraft optional cable kit.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 2/15/2014 7:14 AM, Joel Black wrote:
> I started this email with another thought in mind. The more I typed, the
> more I thought I may be wrong about what I was thinking.
>
> First, let me emphatically state that I *know* the K3 will just let you
> plug into a computer sound card - I get that. I like something between
> my radio and computer; something other than the default sound card if
> for no other reason than to eliminate the odd beeps and boops over the
> air. I have used a SignaLink USB and am currently using an E-MU 0204.
>
> Now for this disclaimer, I am only a *very* casual contester. In the WPX
> RTTY contest last weekend, I only operated about 10 hours and that was
> spread out over 44 hours of the contest (the contest is 48 hours). Most
> of that was on Saturday. I am a QRS CW operator who prefers manual
> keying but will use the macros in RUMPed for contest exchanges. I
> operated for about an hour in the ARRL DX CW contest last night and will
> probably operate a few more hours on and off through the duration of the
> contest. I am no where near hard core and I operate in S & P mode. I get
> serious for one "contest" and that is Field Day (I know, I know, it's
> not a contest. Really? Why do we keep score then?) where I will sit for
> hours. I already have CAT control with a GearMo USB-to-4port serial
> adapter.
>
> The reason I ask is that I have lately been using an E-MU 0204 for sound
> card modes. I've been thinking about purchasing either a Navigator or a
> microHAM Digi Keyer II. This is where I think I may be wrong in my
> thinking - the SignaLink USB has only mono receive capability. When
> working split, is there any reason why I have to be able to decode both
> the DX (or split station [i.e. W1AW/x]) and the calling station?
>
> Even if I were to make the decision to purchase a Navigator / microHAM
> interface, I'm on a budget so I'd have to sell both the SignaLink USB
> and the E-MU 0204. The E-MU 0204 can also be used to interface with the
> I / Q output of my KX3. So, I'm reluctant to sell the 0204.
>
> Now, some things on my wish list (way down the road) and I cannot really
> see how to hook all this up with either the Navigator or a microHAM
> interface (before you ask, I like lemonade flavored Kool-Aid):
>
> P3 SVGA adapter - okay, I know that just goes in the P3 and doesn't have
> anything to do with the Navigator / microHAM
> KPA500
> KAT500
> W2 wattmeter
>
> I know this list has an august crowd and I know what I'm asking when I
> ask for opinions ;) but that's what I need. Then I can make a better
> decision.
>
> 73,
> Joel - W4JBB
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