The recent question on desk mics for the K3 reminded me of a project I need to do. I want to rewire my SM-20 for use with my K3. I understand that the K3 has all the features necessary to use the electret style SM-20 mic and all I need to do is rewire the 8-pin mic connector for the K3.
So, my plan is to create a cable, about 2 feet in length with the male/female ends so that I can plug the SM-20 into this cable and then plug the cable into the front panel connector of the K3. I will switch the wiring of pins to cross wire from the Icom mic pin connections to the K3 pin connections. Then, I will set the bias and other things necessary on the K3 to make it work. First -- is there anything wrong with this plan -- I mean, is my only need to make sure that the wiring connections to the pins is correct? Second -- is there an official name for these mic connectors or is it just 8-pin mic connector that I can order anywhere. Third -- is there any type of cable that I should use or not use. Does it need to be shielded? Thanks for any help you might be. 73, phil, K7PEH ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
