Dear OM Wayne,
Thank you for producing a control pod! It is one accessory I have
wanted since first purchasing a K3. The Orion II had a more basic version
of what you are about to produce.
For me the most important function is the ability to access the eight
messages stored CW and Voice memory. No longer do I have to pose my finger
over M2 button blocking the view of the P3 and most of the other switches.
This was always uncomfortable. As my aunt use to say you are a brick;
this is a complement.
Some people may now sit back in their Lazy-Boy reclining chairs
listening to the mail. Life is good and Elecraft is dedicating itself to
real improvements in its product line. I do not need a K4; Elecraft meets
all my needs as is. Mucho gracias my friends in Elecraft. Plan for a
good production run; I am ordering two. Life is good!
&3 Doug EI2CN
-----Original Message-----
From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Wayne
Burdick
Sent: 14 April 2016 03:35
To: M Cresap
Cc: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] New Elecraft Product: K-Pod Control Panel for K3Sand
K3 Transceivers
Short answer: yes. We have a bit more firmware to write, but this is the
plan.
Wayne
N6KR
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http://www.elecraft.com
> On Apr 13, 2016, at 8:21 PM, M Cresap <m.cre...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> Hi Wayne
>
> Will the K-pod work with the K3-0?
>
> 73, Mike, W3IP
>
>
> From: Wayne Burdick <n...@elecraft.com>
> To: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
> Cc: "elecraft...@yahoogroups.com" <elecraft...@yahoogroups.com>;
"elecr...@yahoogroups.com" <elecr...@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 11:04 PM
> Subject: [Elecraft] New Elecraft Product: K-Pod Control Panel for K3S and
K3 Transceivers
>
> Hi all,
>
> We've had many requests for a small control panel (or pod) as an extension
to the K3 and K3S transceivers. We finally got around to it!
>
> Our new K-Pod is a very compact unit, featuring a precision tuning knob,
VFO A/B/offset rocker switch, and 8 programmable tactile-feedback switches.
Switch feedback is provided by activation messages on the radio's LCD, as
well as the pod's own 4 indicator LEDs and audio tone generator. This
multi-modal information can help maximize operating efficiency and reduce
fatigue during extended operating periods.
>
> Typically the K-Pod would be placed next to a computer keyboard, allowing
the operator to quickly QSY, clear RIT, enter diversity mode, change menu
settings, etc., without that long stretch to reach the radio's front panel.
>
> But the K-Pod's flexible interface goes beyond substitution of the radio's
knobs and switches. In effect, you can design your own customized controls
for the radio.
>
> Each of the 8 programmable switches has tap and hold functions. When a
switch function is used, it activates one of up to 16 user-defined command
sequences that are actually stored in the radio itself, as macros. A single
macro can accomplish many tasks at once, such as setting up custom splits,
configuring the receiver or subreceiver for specific situations, sending
transmit messages at differing code speeds, etc. Macros can be easily
created or edited using K3 Utility, which runs on PC, Mac, or Linux
platforms.
>
> The K-Pod has the following features:
>
> * high-quality weighted, soft-touch tuning knob--same as used on the K3S
> * same 400-count, ball-bearing optical encoder used in the K3 and K3S
> * adjustable knob friction
> * 3-position rocker switch to assign the knob to VFO A, VFO B, or RIT/XIT
> * 8 programmable function switches, each with tap/hold functions
> * simple switch programming using K3 Utility (many examples in K-Pod
manual)
> * four user-definable LEDs (three of them show knob assignment by default)
> * audio tone generator for switch feedback (can be easily turned off)
> * USB port for firmware loading and future equipment/computer control
applications
> * simple connection to K3 or K3S--uses the 6-pin RJ-style jack beneath the
front panel
> * flexible power source: rear 12-V jack on the radio, DC barrel jack,
> USB port, or even through the 6-pin data cable, with minor radio
modification
> (the latter method results in a single cable to the K-Pod for data and
power)
> * 3 utility outputs for miscellaneous equipment control applications
> (outputs provide a low resistance to ground when turned on, usable with
relays, etc.)
>
> The K-Pod's all-steel enclosure weighs a full pound for excellent
stability, yet measures only about 3.5 x 3 x 1 inches. A highly stable
folding tilt stand is included to angle the panel for optimal access.
There's also a 2-hole RAM mount pattern on the bottom for easy attachment to
any surface.
>
> For photos and further information, please visit our K-Pod web page:
>
> http://www.elecraft.com/k-pod/k-pod.htm
>
> 73,
> Wayne, N6KR
> Eric, WA6HHQ
>
>
>
>
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