[Elecraft] [K2] Problem in setup for WSJT

[Neil Zampella]

Hi Don & Phil,

I have my K2 setup for WSJT-X and found that the K2 settings in the 
Hamlib3 version in WSJT-X do not seem to work properly.   What I did was 
use DXLab's DX Commander as the rig interface, so it is talking to the 
K2, and then I have that selected as the 'rig' in WSJT-X.

This gives me PTT via CAT without a problem, although there is a slight 
delay in kicking in the PTT, which really does not cause any issues.    
I use a Rigblaster NoMIC for rig sound input, sound output I use the 
standard ext speaker jack in the back.    This goes to an external Sound 
Blaster X-Fi USB soundcard, which I also use with my KX3, I just switch 
audio cables.

K2/100 connected to Dell laptop using FTDI RS-232 to USB adapter through 
standard Elecraft AUXBUS cable.

My DX Commander settings are:

General Tab:   (these are the only changes everything else defaults)
Select K2 from Model drop down
Interrogation box checked
No Interrogation while transmitting checked
250ms Command Interval.

Ports Tab:  (Use Primary CAT Serial Port only)
Port (what your COM port is set to on your computer)
Baud:  4800
Word: 8
Parity: None
Stop:  2
DTR & RTS :  OFF

WSJT-X Settings:

Radio Tab:   (these are the only changes CAT control boxes are greyed out)
Rig:  DX Lab Suite Commander
PTT Method:   CAT
Mode:  USB
Split Operation : Rig

DX Commander is FREE .. and has very good support.  You can find out 
more here:
http://www.dxlabsuite.com/dxlabwiki/GettingStarted

73,

Neil, KN3ILZ
K2 - s/n 7788


On 8/22/2018 11:23 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Phil,
>
> I strongly recommend that you use PTT via CAT command for digital 
> modes with the K2.
>
> If WSJT-X is not correctly communicating that command to the K2, look 
> to the help files and forums for WSJT-X for the answer.
>
> Some USB to serial adapters do not like to work at the low 4800 baud 
> rate for the K2, but I have had great success with the Edgeport 
> converters - they are commercial grade.
>
> Set the RS-232 port to 4800 baud and try again.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 8/22/2018 11:03 PM, Phil Kane wrote:
>> For the last 10 years I've been using the K2 setup below for digital
>> comms (W32,FLDIGI) with no problems.  Now I'm trying to use the same
>> exact setup - no changes in cables, etc - for WJST-X (v1.9.1 r8747 in
>> FT8 mode) and the PTT is not working with the same parameters. The
>> "Test PTT" button is not enabled, and the error message is "Rig Control
>> Error"
>>
>> The setup is as follows:
>>
>> Laptop = Dell Latitude
>> USB-to-serial converter = Edgeport (high end device using genuine FTDI
>> chips)
>> Serial Port - COM5, 9600, 8n1, RTS=PTT -connected to K2 I/O port
>> Soundcard = iMIC GUC232 connected to RigBlaster
>> CAT control is not used.
>>
>> What I don't understand is why this configuration will trigger the PTT
>> for the other digital programs but not when using the WSJT-X program.
>> What am I missing?
>>
>> All assistance appreciated. How do other K2 users set  this up?
>>
>> 73 de K2ASP - Phil Kane
>> Elecraft K2/100   s/n 5402
>>
>>> From a Clearing in the Silicon Forest
>> Beaverton (Washington County) Oregon
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