[Elecraft] [K3] Announcing "The Y-BOX", a new 4-way splitter and breakout box for the K3 and K3S

[Bob Wilson, N6TV]

WA6HHQ encouraged me to post this here.

Wanting to replace the tangled chain of multiple Y-Adapters connected to my
K3 ACC port with something cleaner and more reliable, I designed a new
custom circuit board to fit into a commercial VGA switch box case.  The
result is a new combination 4-way splitter and breakout box for the K3 and
K3S that I'm calling "The Y-BOX".

You can view photos and place an online order here:

http://bit.ly/Y-BOX


Highlights:

   - Splits one ACC port into four DE-15 female connectors - all 15 pins
   plus the shield are wired in parallel to every connector

   - Replaces "VGA splitters" that easily pull apart with reliable
   thumb-screw connections

   - Provides four RCA connectors that may be connected to any of the 15
   ACC port pins (or to each other) with standard wire jumpers, e.g.:  FSK IN,
   PTT IN, KEYOUT-LP.  Ideal for experimentation and measurements as well as
   connections to legacy devices

   - Includes six internal jumper wires, pre-installed in one of two
   configurations - the function of each K3 ACC header pin is clearly labeled
   on the PC board for reference

   - Includes one 10K ohm and one 470 ohm resistor to create a Simple SO2R
   Lockout Circuit (see http://bit.ly/K3lockout and the "Y-BOX Features and
   Uses" page on the Y-BOX web site).

   - Includes one (optional) Amphenol 2.5' (0.76m) Male-to-Male DE-15 cable
   to connect the Y-BOX to the K3 ACC port.

Reviews from early adopters (local club members and K3 Field Testers) have
been very positive.  eHam reviews will appear here:

http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/13296

Note:  the Y-BOX is not an Elecraft product.  It was offered to Eric, but
he doesn't want to take on another project at this time.

The Y-BOX is currently available for immediate shipment, but in limited
quantities.  When the initial inventory sells out, you may add yourself to
the Y-BOX Waiting List at no cost (via the PayPal "Continue Shopping"
button).  Once enough orders are on the waiting list, I'll attempt to
acquire enough parts to meet the demand.

In sum, you can get one right away if you order right away, then it may be
another month or two before I can get all the parts required and build
another batch.

"The Y-BOX, Why Not?"

I look forward to fulfilling your orders soon.

73,
Bob, N6TV