[Elecraft] K3 SignaLink & FT8 Question

[Bob McGraw K4TAX]

The  Signalink  provides only the audio path to / from the computer and 
radio.

You will need either the RS232 or USB interface between the radio and 
computer to handle the frequency control and PTT command.

73

Bob, K4TAX


On 4/15/2019 9:03 AM, Doug Turnbull wrote:
> Dear OMs and YLs,
>       I am going to help a friend get onto FT8.   He has a new Tigertronics
> SignaLink, with the header for the K3 and appropriate cables for the K3.
> This however does not in and of itself provide the ability to shift band or
> frequency in the case of Fox Hound mode.
>
>      Is it correct to say that a cable from the K3 RS232 port possibly via
> the P3 to the PC is all that is required to gain this frequency shifting
> capability.   The software being used other than what comes with the
> SignaLink is standard WSJTX Version 2.? from K1JT's stable.
>
>      I use FT8 some here but have a MicroKeyer II.   This is my first time
> using a SignaLink.     Your guidance is appreciated.    Thank you in
> advance.
>
>                   73 Doug EI2CN
>
>   
>
>
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