[Elecraft] KX2, KXP100, and Computer

[Tim McDonough N9PUZ]

Thank you Don. I did not pick up on the fact that the KXPA100 passes 
control and data signals through the amplifier to the attached radio 
(KX2/KX3) when I read through it the first couple of times.

73,
Tim N9PUZ

On 2/4/2018 6:42 PM, Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Tim,
>
> Look at the KXPA100 manual page 12 for the connections.  That is for 
> the KX3 - the PC connects to the KXPA100, the KX2 is similar. You will 
> need the KX2ACBL to use the KXPA100 with the KX2. That is in addition 
> to the cable that comes with the KXPA100.
>
> Those cables have nothing to do with the audio in and out for 
> soundcard data modes, but will convey frequency and other data between 
> the KX2 and the soundcard data software.  You will have to connect the 
> soundcard audio output to the microphone jack on the KX2 and the 
> soundcard audio input to the PHONES jack on the KX2.
>
> Win4K3 has a great many features that you may want to take advantage 
> of - study the WIN4K3 webpage to determine if it will enhance your 
> particular operation.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> On 2/4/2018 5:38 PM, Tim N9PUZ wrote:
>> I have a KX2 and KXP100 which I would like to also connect to a computer
>> for sound card modes, etc. if possible. The KX2 manual, on page 9 it 
>> says:
>>
>> An Elecraft KX2 Accessory Cable (KX2ACBL) can
>> be used to break out the computer control and key out
>> signals separately. These can then be connected to both
>> an Elecraft KXPA100 ampflier via its supplied cable.
>>
> .
>