[Elecraft] Foot pedal ptt switch with KX3

[Walter Underwood]

You can make your own, but a regular stereo to mono breakout cable works fine. Plug the mic into the side that goes to tip, the PTT switch into the side connected to ring. I use this one:

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000068O5H/

1/4 to 3.5mm adaptors are widely available.

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On May 19, 2015, at 8:29 AM, David Ahrendts <davidahrendts at me.com> wrote:

> Joshua, with the Heil foot pedal, cable and microphone, the cable has an added plug for the foot pedal. Even if you home brew, much easier than using the precious ACC2 port. I’m sure someone on the list could give you the tip-ring-sleeve pins for a home brew right from the the much 3.5mm jack. Best.
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> David A., KC0XT
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>> On May 19, 2015, at 8:23 AM, Joshua Gould, K8WXA <jg.k8wxa at gmail.com> wrote:
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>> How would I go about attaching a foot pedal switch to my KX3 for PTT to use with a headset?  Most pedals I've seen have a 1/4" plug while the adaptor for the ACC2 port has a 3.5mm jack. Could I use an adaptor for that jack or possibly cut the 1/4" plug off and wire in a 3.5mm plug?
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>> I'm planning ahead for future upgrades to the station.
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>> 72,
>> Joshua Gould
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