One drawback to NOT using VOX is you lose QSK capability, I found out. I was dead set on using FSK for RTTY, but someone on the list convinced me to try AFSK, and I'm glad I did. No interface for either of the digi modes I use (TTY and PSK).
For CW keying, I use a line from the parallel port of the computer to the key jack on the K3. I write my own software. I was surprised to find a computer still available with a parallel port. When that goes away, I'll use a serial port. 73, Mike NF4L On 7/3/2010 10:46 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > Rich, > > Yes, all that is needed is a pair of cables with 3.5mm stereo plugs > between the K3 and the computer soundcard and you can do digital with > VOX - add the RS-232 cable and software that provides the proper > controls (HRD/DM780 does, others use DTR or RTS - set the K3 menu > correctly). > > Others can answer about the N1MM, but if you are considering CW through > the computer, I suggest the K1EL Winkey - the K3 can handle "KY" > commands through the RS-232 connection, but few software applications > implement that. > > The Microkeyer can be used as the soundcard, but I know nothing about > its DVK capabilities. > > 73, > Don W3FPR > > Richard Hill wrote: >> I think my dim novice brain is finally picking up on a distinct K3 >> interface advantage. I think that all that is needed for computer >> interface is two audio patch cords and an RS232 cable for DVK and data. >> Time to dive back into the manuals.... >> >> I'm interested in smooth operation in contests using N1MM and the K3. I >> think that a K1EL keyer is useful for CW and that adds to the interface. >> >> I'm currently using a microKeyer II and frustrated over DVK operation. >> >> How do others set up CW, Data and phone? >> >> Thanks >> NU6T >> Rich >> >> ______________________________________________________________ >> 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 >> >> > ______________________________________________________________ > 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 > ______________________________________________________________ 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
