[Elecraft] Function Keyboard Revisited

[John Lawrence via Elecraft]

Thanks for all the ideas


First, I gather there is some confusion as to my application intent. My inquiry
was to add a stand alone device to allow the function key ascii codes to
come in via an additional keyboard on a computer.  And, it was to work with the computer logging programs directly must like the standard computer keyboard but be more user friendly with the function key macros by placing it off to the side of the main board.  Back in the early days of computer logging with CT on DOS there were keyboards with the function keys in a cluster off to the side thus avoiding the need to reach up beyond normal touch keyboard range to access function keys and in some cases also press Fn to reach F7 through F12.  By having a programmable cluster with 12 keys set as ascii keys for F1 thru F12, it would be easier to work with them at high run rates.  That's all.


I haven't had time to investigate the alternatives offered to me but I will.  When I come up with the
best answer it will be presented on here.  Again a 12 key cluster with USB to run with the logging program is the goal...I did not intend to interface directly with the K3.




John, W1QS