[Elecraft] computer keying on startup

[GWK]

If the K3 is in CW mode, the computer may key the rig, but there is no 
RF output (unless you hold the key down.)  No harm, no foul.

George, W3HBM


On 10/16/2017 9:40 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Doug,
>
> The computer will "exercise" the serial port lines when it goes 
> through its startup diagnostics.
> So if you have the K3 PTT-KEY menu set to anything other than OFF-OFF, 
> it will key the K3 momentarily.
>
> If you are not using the PTT-KEY function, then turn it off.  If you 
> are using it, the only solution is to either power the computer before 
> the K3 or put the K3 into TX TEST before powering the computer.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
>
> On 10/16/2017 9:25 AM, doug dietz wrote:
>> Guys
>> I know we have been over this before but I can't find it in the archive.
>> My computer keys my rig 3 or 4 times on startup.  It never used to do 
>> it so
>> last time this came up I didn't make a note.Sorry for the rehash but 
>> I need
>> help  Doug WD8Z
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