>> ....can't understand why the K3 didn't >> come with a USB port instead of the outdated com port.
I can't speak on behalf of Elecraft but for the majority of us, it's a simple matter to convert from serial to USB and more difficult to convert in the opposite direction. USB ports are not nearly as mechanically secure as the DB-9 connector. An accidental strike of the USB plug in the lateral direction can easily cause damage the mating USB socket inside the rig (like a K3 used portable). I've broken a couple USB ports on my laptop PCs as a result of inadvertent strikes. Myself, I would like to see the beginnings of an optical S/PDIF standard that incorporates audio + data/rig control. Paul, W9AC ______________________________________________________________ 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
