[Elecraft] Using K3 (or KX3) Macros for custom SPLIT functions

[Jim N7US]

If you use DXLab's Commander radio control module, you can create
user-defined controls that don't have the length limitation of the K3.
However, the program already has the capability to do splits of plus or
minus 1, 2, 5, or 10 kHz with a mouse click.

http://www.dxlabsuite.com/ and click on the Xcvr_Control tab.

73, Jim N7US



-----Original Message-----


For those who may have missed this when I first described it--

* * *

In a recent discussion about SPLIT, many proposals were made (too many :)
Others argued for no change.

With this in mind, we've created a new "switch macro" feature. It allows you
to create your own variation on SPLIT -- or any other radio function -- and
execute it with a single switch press. In effect, you'll be creating your
own custom firmware for the K3 that automates control sequences you use
most.

Example #1 (SPLIT+2):

   A>B
   A>B
   SPLIT
   VFO B up 2
   RIT and XIT off

Example #2 (WEAKSIG):

   Sub ON
   Diversity mode
   main/sub preamps on
   200-Hz bandwidth
   center passband

Many other combinations are possible, limited only by the K3's remote-
control command set and the macro length limit (presently 56 bytes).  
You'll be able to set VFO frequencies or RIT/XIT offsets, adjust gain or
filter controls, and virtually "tap" or "hold" nearly any control on the
radio.

First, you enter a sequence of K3 control commands into one or more macros
using K3 Utility, which can store them in the K3's EEPROM.  
Next, you assign the macros to any of the K3's 10 programmable function
switches (PF1, PF2, M1-M4 tap, or M1-M4 hold) using the new MACRO menu
entry.

After that, activating the switch will perform the desired functions, and
the name of the macro will flash on VFO B as a reminder (e.g., "SPLIT+2").

* * *

Many K3 (and KX3) owners are using such macros to obtain exactly the splits
that they prefer.

73,
Wayne
N6KR