[Elecraft] [KX3] Light weight headset and external PTT

Gary Hawkins gary at hawkins-zhu.com
Thu Mar 13 10:54:36 EDT 2014


I'm looking for a very light-weight headset for use with the KX3 when 
portable.  Has anyone used the Microsoft Lifechat LX 2000 L2 Headphone - 
these fold so reducing storage space?  Alternatively, does anyone have 
any tried and tested light-weight, foldable headset they would recommend?

I'm planning to use this with a shirt mounted PTT switch.  I've an old 
Yaseu SB-2 in my junk box that should be easy to modify.  Am I correct 
in saying that the PTT switch can be connected to the KX3 through the 
ACC2 connector.  If doing this directly, what tip/ring connections are 
appropriate?  I presume I could also do this via the E980232 cable 
adapter (which I have) and then make use of the tip/ring on 1/8th mono 
plug for closed on contact for PTT ON.

Thanks in appreciation for input.  Also thanks to those who provided 
feedback on my overheating issue (I'm already in process of making a 
small sunshade from some old plastic tubing and cloth).

73's
Gary
K6YOA


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