[Elecraft] Using external sound card for digital modes

[Phil Wheeler]

TRS = Toy Radio Shack, or what?

Phil W7OX

On 1/29/15 9:13 AM, Walter Underwood wrote:
> You can use a TRS plug on the KX3 if you set MIC BTN to OFF.
>
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> On Jan 29, 2015, at 8:55 AM, Phil Wheeler <w7ox at socal.rr.com> wrote:
>
>> The mic socket in the KX3 is a 4-conductor type. If not wired correctly (e.g., it's *not* the 4-conductor configuration of an iPhone!) you can key down the rig as soon as the plug is inserted. This could be your problem, Sonny
>>
>> 73, Phil W7OX
>>
>> On 1/29/15 8:32 AM, RB3 wrote:
>>> Good morning!
>>>
>>> I've only had my KX3 for a month, but I've enjoyed it so far. Recently, I
>>> have been trying to operate digital modes (RTTY and PSK31) using my SB
>>> Audigy 2 NX external sound card and several different programs (fldigi,
>>> KComm, HRD, and a few others). I am using the KX3USB for control and the
>>> KX3-PCKT cables (Red, Green, and I/Q) for input/output/analyzer. Every time
>>> I connect the MIC input to the sound card output, the rig keys down until I
>>> unplug the red cable from the input.
>>>
>>> I've tried using different selections in the programs for PTT (serial, VOX,
>>> software), but nothing seems to work. I am aware of other options out
>>> there, such as the RigBlaster and SignaLink USB, but I was hoping to be
>>> able to use the equipment I already have.
>>>
>>> Any suggestions would be most welcome.
>>>
>>> 73,
>>> Sonny
>>> KC3DNN