[Elecraft] [K2] Problem in setup for WSJT

[hawley, charles j jr]

I really like the 4 channel Edgeport converters. Very easy and self reliable, just plug in. I got a couple used ones on eBay. Work great.

Chuck Jack 
KE9UW

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> On Aug 22, 2018, at 10:23 PM, Don Wilhelm <donwilh at embarqmail.com> 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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