My lineup is old IBM desktop computer running XP, Rigblaster Advantage,
fldigi, and the K3.
I can print signals fine. Waterfall is good.
Two problems: While the waterfall looks good when I'm transmitting, I'm not
getting any indication on the K3 -- no power out, no ALC and I am not in
Be sure the Tx audio source is properly selected (LINE IN, FP MIC or
REAR MIC depending on how you have the sysem wired. Then be sure MIC
GAIN is set to get 4-5 bars of ALC.
73,
Lyle KK7P
...While the waterfall looks good when I'm transmitting, I'm not
getting any indication on the K3 --
Dave,
That sounds like you do not have enough audio drive.
You *must* have an indication of 4 bars on the ALC meter with the 5th
bar flickering.
The K3 power control depends on having sufficient audio - it is
different than other transceivers, so ignore the normal advice found on
the
WB3LGC
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[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rick Bates
Sent: 27 July, 2013 1:36 AM
To: 'william wade'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK 31
First let's explain what Wayne meant: If you use
I recently downloaded FLdigi 3.21.72 to my XP32 computer and have my
K3/10 set up using the external emu0202 USB soundcard I bought
originally to go with my LP-Pan panadaptor (SDR). The emu has manual
level controls which makes set up changes easy when going between different sw.
I also have
I was using the computer sound card temporarily for PSK31 and then JT65.
I bought a quality sound card emu 0204 for use with LP-PAN. I hooked it
up to try it for digital modes and the results were significant for weak
signals. I could dig 3-6 db further into the mud for weak signals with
the
Thanks to all who helped with my last query. The information really helped me.
I use Digipan Signalink. The PC OS is Windows 7 64bit. I Followed the setup
instructions for windows 7 given by Signalink and those by Wayne in his
operating tips. I set the K3 to 14.070,and I seem to be receiving
Hello all: Getting ready to set up PSK31 on my K3 following the operating tips
outlined by Wayne. He states: It is usually best to use a second sound card
for...digital modes. Is he referring to something like Tigertronics?
73
Bill, Ai4PF
I use the Signalink USB ,some use their computer sound card while others
use rig blasters and other sound cards. Just remember to get the volume
settings adjusted right and don't over power. I work the world on 25 watts.
Good luck hope to see you on the waterfall.
Gerald - KC6CNN
On Jul 26, 2013
I use a MicroHam microkeyer 2 with my K3 and have a Microham USB 3 for my
FT920. Both work great! Very nice products.
Keith
AK6ZZ
Sent from my iPhone please excuse typos
On Jul 26, 2013, at 9:06 PM, william wade bill...@bellsouth.net wrote:
Hello all: Getting ready to set up PSK31 on my K3
These days, a lot of people use USB audio sound cards. The Giffen iMic is a
good choice, with stereo inputs and usually available for $30-35.
wunder
K6wRU
On Jul 26, 2013, at 9:04 PM, william wade wrote:
Hello all: Getting ready to set up PSK31 on my K3 following the operating
tips
First let's explain what Wayne meant: If you use a secondary sound
card/device, you won't accidentally transmit an operating system sound (many
of which are musical). You also won't have to constantly twiddle with
levels as you switch from OS to the radio. And it allows you to have the
computer
I guess my request was buried too much in a recent reply on another topic.
I have used Digipan in the past but understand HRD and Filidigi (sp?)
can do psk-31. Any comments or preferences for modern sw that will
do psk-31 from a computer?
I have two applications:
1) K3 with Dell 2.33
I like HRD 6.0 and DM780. Works great for me for PSK and RTTY.
Rich who is a principal at HRD LLC says that they are working to integrate wsjt
into the HRD portfolio. More than you asked for but thought I would share.
I am using a microkeyer 2 so my setup is different. Hope that helps.
Good
I also use HRD / DM780. It works fine for me. Initially, v6 was a little
shaky but they've smoothed it out pretty well. I use it more now than I did
with my FT-857D.
I hope Keith is right and they incorporate WSJT into it. I've been using
that mode a lot lately.
Chris
AB3QV
On Thu, May 23,
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From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Chris Schrecengost
Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2013 8:41 PM
To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] psk-31 programs for K3 and KX3
I also use HRD / DM780. It works fine
Anyone have any macros that set power, mode, etc that they would share?
Tom
KQ5S
On Mar 5, 2012 11:09 AM, Rich - K1HTV k1...@comcast.net wrote:
Jim,
If you are tired of spinning your K3 VFO from one end of the band to the
other, and also switching modes when you get there, you might consider
I am trying to run PSK 31. I cannot figure out how from the K3 owners manual,
particularly page 31. I have a P3, and am trying to use DX4WIN logging program
on my HP Notebook computer. I have my Notebook plugged into the RS 232 Port on
the K3. I have the Notebook plugged into the PC RS 232
It seems to me that someone recently posted a set-by-step
procedure for configuring the K3 for PSK-31.
Can someone direct me to it? Perhaps the original poster?
73!
Ken - K0PP
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Been trying to decode PSK 31 the past 2 nights with no success. I received my
K3 2 days ago and I've set the mode to Data plus pushed the decode button on
the right and selected PSK 31. But for some reason when I go to the 14,070 on
20 meters it will not decode the PSK. Perhaps there is a
Two things to check Mark.
1. Is CWT on? It needs to be on and the threshold set so that you see the
marker
centered in the tuning area.
2. If you have Decode and CWT on maybe you have the alternate DISP on
(current,
voltage, temp...etc). Try tapping DISP to go back to the normal VFO B
Two things to check Mark.
1. Is CWT on? It needs to be on and the threshold set so that you see the
marker
centered in the tuning area.
2. If you have Decode and CWT on maybe you have the alternate DISP on
(current,
voltage, temp...etc). Try tapping DISP to go back to the normal
If you have it set to PSK D Text Decode ON with a threshold of 3 or 4 or so
and then get near a signal I find Auto Spot does a good job of tuning it in.
Rick
K6LE
On 10/21/2010, at 6:29 , pastor...@verizon.net wrote:
Been trying to decode PSK 31 the past 2 nights with no success. I
Subich, W4TV
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK-31 Help
I looked at fldigi, and could not get rid of a Rig not specified
message just above the freq display. I'm using a USB to
serial adapter,
which works FB with any other software. Any suggestions?
73, Mike NF4L
Thanks, Craig. Still no joy. Now I'm getting
E: rigCAT_getfreq: Hexout failed
E: rigCAT_init: Xcvr Freq request not answered
The fight continues.
Mike
Craig D. Smith wrote:
Mike ...
I'm a digital novice and certainly not good with computers, but I did
succeed in getting Fldigi to
Mike-14 wrote:
Thanks Joe -
I edited your xml file to change the baud rate, but still no joy. (Rig
not specified). Seems like there's something about my port setup it
doesn't like.
Maybe the USB to serial...
I'm on COM4 at 9600.
The log sez:
E: rigCAT_getfreq: Hexout failed
E:
Julian, G4ILO wrote:
Mike-14 wrote:
Thanks Joe -
I edited your xml file to change the baud rate, but still no joy. (Rig
not specified). Seems like there's something about my port setup it
doesn't like.
Maybe the USB to serial...
I'm on COM4 at 9600.
The log sez:
E:
Hi Ron.
It looks as if your reasons for not liking HRD are the same as mine. I
wouldn't recommend MultiPSK. It does support a great many modes but it has
the user interface from hell and I can't bear even looking at it.
I would recommend that you try Fldigi. It has a nice clean interface,
On Mar 2, 2010, at 1:56 AM, Julian, G4ILO wrote:
Hi Ron.
It looks as if your reasons for not liking HRD are the same as mine. I
wouldn't recommend MultiPSK. It does support a great many modes but
it has
the user interface from hell and I can't bear even looking at it.
As a graphic
To: Julian, G4ILO
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK-31 Help
On Mar 2, 2010, at 1:56 AM, Julian, G4ILO wrote:
Hi Ron.
It looks as if your reasons for not liking HRD are the same
as mine. I
wouldn't recommend MultiPSK. It does support a great many modes
Will it work with a dual display set up?
David K0LUM
At 10:40 AM -0500 3/2/10, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
My problem with HRD/DM-780 isn't so much the graphical interface,
as its resource consumption. HRD tries to be all things to all
users ... the rig control and logging interface take up the
I've used it with a triple display, so a dual should be no problem.
Will it work with a dual display set up?
73,
Lyle KK7P
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Help:
I looked at fldigi, and could not get rid of a Rig not specified
message just above the freq display. I'm using a USB to serial adapter,
which works FB with any other software. Any suggestions?
73, Mike NF4L
Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
I agree with other recommendations to look at fldigi -
Joe,
I don't understand - both HRD and DM780 can be re-sized. It is more
practical to re-size HRD than it is for DM780 because DM780 has the
waterfall display and the decoded text areas. In fact, I like HRD for
control of the K3. Sometimes it is convenient to use the mouse or
keyboard and
Mike ...
I'm a digital novice and certainly not good with computers, but I did
succeed in getting Fldigi to recognize my K3. I first tried it using the
hamlib method but could not get it to work. Then I tried the RigCat
approach with the special downloaded file for the K3, and this did work. I
Another vote for FlDigi.
I use it on both Windows and Linux (64 bit) and it works great.
I think it covers every single digital mode DM780 does.
It's small, it's fast, and it's easy to setup and customize.
On 3/2/2010 9:40 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV wrote:
As a graphic designer, I agree that the
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Sent: Tuesday, March 02, 2010 5:51 PM
To: Joe Subich, W4TV
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK-31 Help
I looked at fldigi, and could not get rid of a Rig not specified
message just above the freq display. I'm using a USB to
serial adapter
Gentlemen:
I have a K-3, S/N 1997 and have tried using it on PSK 31 on several
occasions. I've tried using it with Ham Radio Deluxe, which did work OK,
but HRD seems too Microsoftish for my tastes and takes too much time to set
up so I'd like to use something simpler.
I've also used
Ron,
I would recommend you continue with HRD/DM780. It handles many more
digital modes than just PSK31 - and HRD handles the Transmit function
through commands through the serial port connected to the K3 with no
problem. As you gain more experience with digital modes, you may want
to try
Ron,
For PSK31 i use Digipan since many years and HRD since ~ 1 year; if you
want to have
a waterfall display, i think that external software, PC and sound card
are a necessity.
I've just tried to work PSK31 with my K3 (#1212), no problem with RX,
but i find
that transmitting is less easy,
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Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 10:24 PM
To: Ron Midwin
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] PSK 31
Ron,
For PSK31 i use Digipan since many years and HRD since ~ 1 year; if you
want to have
a waterfall display, i think that external software, PC and sound card
are a necessity.
I've just tried to work
Gentlemen:
I've been playing around with PSK-31 and can sort of get it working, using
the K-3 and the Elecraft software. I am able to send by typing text into
the software, and someone on the same frequency can hear and copy me. I was
having difficulty copying him, even thought I was hear
I've used PSK-31 before on a previous 746 Pro and a Tigertronics USB
box,
and it worked fine. I was able to see the waterfall on my computer screen
and could select a signal by clicking on the signal on the display. Not
sure if I can still do this using elecraft software?
Use the same PC
Ron AE6RH wrote:
I've been playing around with PSK-31 and can sort of get it working, using
the K-3 and the Elecraft software. I am able to send by typing text into
the software, and someone on the same frequency can hear and copy me. I was
having difficulty copying him, even thought I was
More tips:
Make sure you've updated to the latest beta firmware (3.06).. Then hold
DISP to get the ALC display. Set power to 15W or so (or 10 if you have
the K3/10). Adjust the LINE knob (right of the RX RF Gain knob) until
the bars reach teh frist big ALC bar, #5.
Leigh/WA5ZNU
Ron AE6RH
I looked through this guide at Radiofest in Monterey, CA and it looked
good.
Leigh/WA5ZNU
For the novice/apprentice PSK31 operator the best starter text I
have seen is:
Nifty E-Z Guide to PSK31 Operation
Bernie Lafrenierer, N6FN
2008, Nifty Ham Accessories
I have had my K2 for over 6 months now and really enjoy it.
I really use it a lot on PSK 31 mode and the reports coming back are a very
clean signal.
I use both HRD's PSK program (PSK Deluxe) and MIXW.
Both programs use the CAT settings to totally control the rig.
The audio interface was one I
Hi Dave,
It's an old DDE bug, I strongly suggest you grab a beta from
http://hrd.ham-radio.ch/downloads/downloads.htm and look at Digital Master
780 - this is the replacement for PSK31 Deluxe, supports PSK31/63/125 and
RTTY, more modes (many modes) coming this year *and* there will be special
What's the simplest system for using PSK 31 with the K2? I'm using a
Toshiba laptop as my computer, which talks great to the K2 using Writelog and
the
W5XD Multikeyer, and also works well on SSB using the Windows soundboard for
macros. Thanks and 73, Dave, W6AQ
I have had very good luck with the Rascal interface. Got the kit and picked
one that supplied an 8 pin mike connector. Wired up to be compatible to my
mike wiring. I am also using MixW2 - well worth the $50!- MixW2 controls
bands, frequency and puts the data in the mini (big enough for me) log.
Although you could build one that would work, I have a RigBlaster
/nomic. Pretty much plug and play - small, simple, travels real well
and works fine with Digipan or any of the popular PSK RTTY, etc
program. And you can drop it and even step on it (don't ask) and it
keeps on working!
73
Dave,
The simplest system for receiving PSK31 is just a cable with a 1.8 inch
phone plug on each end - plug one end into the K2 external speaker jack, and
the other end into your sound card.
For transmitting, you need a cable from your soundcard (1/8 inch plug) to
the audio input (mic jack) of
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
What's the simplest system for using PSK 31 with the K2? I'm using a
Toshiba laptop as my computer, which talks great to the K2 using Writelog and the
W5XD Multikeyer, and also works well on SSB using the Windows soundboard for
macros. Thanks and 73, Dave, W6AQ
OK, I covered the hardware only in my prior post, but for software -- Don't
overlook the Ham Radio Deluxe suite - You can have just PSK31 (PSK31
Deluxe -the 'SuperBrowser' is a neat feature), or go for the full blown K2
control interface. All freeware. A great set of programs thanks to Simon
and
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