Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT vs QSK

Disregard. Replying to a different message. Kent > On Sep 24, 2022, at 2:31 PM, K9ZTV wrote: > __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post:

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT vs QSK

Thanks, Mike. Good option. Kent > On Sep 24, 2022, at 2:27 PM, Pete Smith N4ZR wrote: > > I'm working with a piece of accessory equipment that relies on the "Key Out" > (PTT) signal to switch my transmitting antenna from my K3/KPA-1500 to an SDR. > Am I right to assume, as appears to

[Elecraft] K3 PTT vs QSK

I'm working with a piece of accessory equipment that relies on the "Key Out" (PTT) signal to switch my transmitting antenna from my K3/KPA-1500 to an SDR.  Am I right to assume, as appears to be the case, that when the K3 is in VOX/QSK mode, the Key Out jack continues to behave as if it was in

Re: [Elecraft] USB PTT causes strong Speaker Feedback in K3 -- SOLVED

Actually I thought I already replies solved, to this but I see no email came thru.   I had, sometime, somehow, either allowed my Rescue Kitten access to the backplane of the K3s's Two Audio-cables, Or   just possibly   OR   I totally fouled up maybe a month or two ago?   I have a nice pair of

Re: [Elecraft] USB PTT causes strong Speaker Feedback in K3

Did you inadvertently turn up the MON level? 73, Brian, K0DTJ > On Feb 27, 2022, at 03:31, Bob KD7YZ wrote: > > Hello K3 List > > K3 upgraded to K3s. MON = 0 . > > When I push the PTT on the Icom SM-50 base mic, there is noticeable > feedback coming from the station stereo speakers.

Re: [Elecraft] USB PTT causes strong Speaker Feedback in K3

Have you put your K3s in test mode to see if RF is an issue? Hank K4HYJ > On Feb 27, 2022, at 6:30 AM, Bob KD7YZ wrote: > > Hello K3 List > > K3 upgraded to K3s. MON = 0 . > > When I push the PTT on the Icom SM-50 base mic, there is noticeable > feedback coming from the station

[Elecraft] USB PTT causes strong Speaker Feedback in K3

Hello K3 List K3 upgraded to K3s. MON = 0 . When I push the PTT on the Icom SM-50 base mic, there is noticeable feedback coming from the station stereo speakers. In the past week I have not reconfigured the CONFIG or MAIN nor added/removed back-end cables. So ..since there IS

Re: [Elecraft] ERR PTT msg

Thanks all Reseated the serial plug on back of radio - now good. Regards, Mark, K1RX > On Feb 1, 2021, at 9:24 AM, AB1DD wrote: > > Do you have anything plugged into the mic input? Check the mic button > setting in the menu. > > 73, > Carl > AB1DD > > Resistance is futile. > (don't

Re: [Elecraft] ERR PTT msg

Do you have anything plugged into the mic input? Check the mic button setting in the menu. 73, Carl AB1DD Resistance is futile. (don't know about reactance, though) On 2/1/2021 8:19 AM, Mpridesti via Elecraft wrote: At power on, getting this message. Everything is locked up. When

[Elecraft] ERR PTT msg

At power on, getting this message. Everything is locked up. When different buttons are pressed as an effort to fix, radio goes into transmit and have to power off. After some warm up time, problem goes away. The station is in a cool/cold basement. What is the source of the problem? Radio

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG PTT-KEY Parameter

I'll try these diagnostic ideas when it happens...it is pretty intermittant. Thanks for the ideas. I hadn't thought about the computer hookup. - Chuck, KE9UW -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ Elecraft mailing

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG PTT-KEY Parameter

Carl, You are not wrong. USB setting on the RS232 PARAMETER seems to be the cause. Jerry, W1IE -Original Message- From: AB1DD Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2020 11:31 AM To: w...@jetbroadband.com Subject: [Elecraft] CONFIG PTT-KEY Parameter Jerry, I believe that the i/o needs

Re: [Elecraft] CONFIG PTT-KEY Parameter

Does the same thing happen if you disconnect the computer? 73, Don W3FPR On 11/19/2020 10:07 AM, w...@jetbroadband.com wrote: GM All, I have something very unusual going on with both of my K3 radios. I set the CONFIG PTT-KEY parameter to RTS- DTR and the parameter does not change when I

[Elecraft] CONFIG PTT-KEY Parameter

GM All, I have something very unusual going on with both of my K3 radios. I set the CONFIG PTT-KEY parameter to RTS- DTR and the parameter does not change when I go in and out to the CONFIG menu, nor does it change when I change bands. If, however, I turn off the radio and then turn it back

[Elecraft] K3 PTT ERROR

K3 in use with KPA1500; sometimes I get a seemingly random PTT error; any ideas what to look for? Thanks & 73 de W5SV, Dave __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

[Elecraft] K3 PTT problem

After a while not using my K3, today I have connected the microphone and the PTT doesn´t work. Mic works perfectly with other equipment and previously also on the K3. I have tried to work with the VOX and the same microphone and the K3 goes to transmission without problems and the audio comes out

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

Pete, To my mind, the PTT and KEY OUT nomenclature used by Elecraft is entirely correct and completely descriptive of what each does. Yes, I know that some other rigs use PTT and KEYOUT interchangably, Icom confuses my mind more by labeling the KEYOUT with SEND. PTT is what you do to put

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

73 Frank W3LPL *From: *"N4ZR" *To: *elecraft@mailman.qth.net *Sent: *Thursday, November 7, 2019 4:44:41 PM *Subject: *[Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3 I need to be able to disconnect the antenna to

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

Well I'll be darned.  I just pulled that cable out of the K3 and it is indeed redundant.  I must have missed that in the manual.  Thanks, Bob. While I'm on the subject, I wish that Elecraft would clean up their terminology - their use of "Key" to denote PTT is confusing.  See the back panel

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

Tom, To the best of my knowledge, there is no external signal from the K3/K3S to indicate whether ANT1 or ANT2 is active. If you have any manual switching in place, incorporate it in that switching. 73, Don W3FPR On 11/7/2019 12:12 PM, wa8...@wa8wzg.net wrote: To All.. while we are on this

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

To All.. while we are on this subject,, I am looking for a way to to have a separate PTT out for Antenna 2... I want to be able to control two different amplifiers PTT when switch from Antenna 1 and Antenna 2.. Any thoughts?? Thanks Tom N7GP ex WA8WZG On 2019-11-07 09:58, Bob McGraw K4TAX

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

Connect the KPA-1500 via the ACC cable and thus free up the PTT output.    The system is very smart and works exceptionally well.   I use this method with my KPA500 and KAT500. The PTT Out is connected to the VHF transverter. 73 Bob, K4TAX On 11/7/2019 10:44 AM, N4ZR wrote: I need to be

Re: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

- Original Message - From: "N4ZR" To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2019 4:44:41 PM Subject: [Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3 I need to be able to disconnect the antenna to my SDRs when transmitting. This used to be easy but now my PT

[Elecraft] Adding PTT Out Switching to a K3

I need to be able to disconnect the antenna to my SDRs when transmitting.  This used to be easy but now my PTT Out jack is committed to the KPA-1500.  I'm looking for suggestions of how best to accomplish this - I don't believe sequencing is required, just a second PTT output. Ideas? 73,

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Excellent point Bob.   I'd not thought about that approach. Thanks 73 Bob, K4TAX On 11/7/2018 5:01 PM, Bob Wilson, N6TV wrote: On Mon, Nov 5, 2018 at 12:32 PM Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: I basically do the same with different radios. The K3S is connected to the KAT500 and then through the

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

On Mon, Nov 5, 2018 at 12:32 PM Bob McGraw K4TAX wrote: > I basically do the same with different radios. The K3S is connected to > the KAT500 and then through the KPAK3AUX cable to the KPA500. The > other radio has a Amp Key output basically an open collector to ground > which I connect to

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Hi all. I use hard switching between the radios to the input of the KPA500 & KAT500. The Yaesu has +12vdc on the Ptt output except when it is transmitting, then it goes to ground. Just looking for the simple way to switch PTT between the Yaesu 1000mp and the K3 as it goes to the KPA500 & the

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Bob, Since you do have to turn a switch, my preference would be to build a switch to change the KEYOUT line and also operate a relay in the coax line.  I think it give a bit more protection from "tired operator syndrome". Additional switch contacts could switch microphone AF and PTT between

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Bob, That is a simple solution, but how do you handle the RF output of both transceiver to the single RF in on the amplifier? The only caution I can give of with a configuration like that is for the operator who uses voice modes with VOX turned on. Most ham mics are wired for VOX operation -

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

I use a manual 2 x 1 coax switch to switch between 2 radios to one amp input. As to VOX it is always off unless I turn it on. I usually only use one radio at a time. Bob, K4TAX Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 6, 2018, at 9:09 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: > > Bob, > > That is a simple solution,

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

I basically do the same with different radios.   The K3S is connected to the KAT500 and then through the KPAK3AUX cable to the KPA500.   The other radio has a Amp Key output basically an open collector to ground which I connect to the PA Key input.   Either radio will key the KPA500 and no

Re: [Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Ralph, If you must switch between the two rigs, you will need to connect the K3 for basic mode - only the KEYOUT line and not AUX cables. Although you might derive a diode "OR" circuit, I assume you will also need to switch the RF path - so I suggest that a hard contact switch or relay will

[Elecraft] Dual Ptt

Hi all I need to be able to key the KPA500 & KAT500 from both a Yaesu 1000mp and my K3. I assume (I know don't assume) I can use diodes to isolate both radios. Any thoughts? Ralph, W7HSG/AFA9RT __ Elecraft mailing list Home:

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: PTT switch for K3

try a pawn shop, as musicians are always dumping their stuff At 04:07 PM 1/8/2018, Andrew Faber via Elecraft wrote: DX Engineering sells several also. 73, andy ae6y -Original Message- From: Rose Sent: Monday, January 08, 2018 12:19 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] Fwd

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: PTT switch for K3

DX Engineering sells several also. 73, andy ae6y -Original Message- From: Rose Sent: Monday, January 08, 2018 12:19 PM To: Elecraft Reflector Subject: [Elecraft] Fwd: PTT switch for K3 Music equipment stores usually have a variety of foot switches ... 73! Ken - K0PP

Re: [Elecraft] Fwd: PTT switch for K3

Usually most guitar players have an abundance of  "stomp boxes". Of course select one that doesn't have all the electronics and controls included inside. I checked with a local music and instrument store and asked about one that was perhaps junk just to get the base.  The fellow asked what

[Elecraft] Fwd: PTT switch for K3

Music equipment stores usually have a variety of foot switches ... 73! Ken - K0PP Tattoo parlor foot pedals are rugged and cheap. I had to swap out > for a longer cord but the switch itself is rugged

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

I've never used PTT, either by hand or with a foot switch in my station. The only time I've used a foot switch was at a multi-op in a SSB contest. VOX works very well for me for all modes, and I'm too poorly coordinated to use a foot switch -- it keeps moving away from my foot. :) 73, Jim

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

That may work, but why? The radio offers VOX on those modes, why shouldn't it be used. The radio should conform to the user's needs, not the other way around. I would like to see implemented, what I thought I was promised to me about a year ago, VOX gain remembered by mode. Wes N7WS On

[Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

These problems bother me too. With a sound card hooked up, for RTTY I don't see a need for FSK, and I don't want to deal with PTT, except for SSB where I don't like VOX. So: Please Elecraft, let VOX/PTT be remembered separately for DATA and SSB. And, yes, the macro capability suggested is really

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

Yes, I see now that VOX mode is remembered on CW, and separately on AFSK, SSB, AM, FM etc. The best alternative for now (short of Wayne adding VXn SET commands), is to avoid VOX mode except on CW. Configure digital software to generate PTT, and use a foot switch on phone. Most digital programs

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

Bill Exactly the problem I have. I would be happy with either a SET VXn command or the VOX state was mode dependent, SET VXn would be my preference. I am using 5.7 also and VOX is constant not mode dependent. Bob, if we are missing something in the config or menu settings that does make

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

I find I'm always in the same VOX setting for SSB and Data. I keep sending coughs out on SSB, or not transmitting in the data modes. It is the one remaining annoyance in switching between SSB and Data on my K3. On 3/11/17 at 3:07 PM, n...@arrl.net (Bob Wilson, N6TV) wrote: You may not need

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

On Sat, Mar 11, 2017 at 2:25 PM, David Box wrote: > Issue is that there is no conditional statement in the macro language so > being able to read the vox state does not help with macros. > Yes, some things like unconditionally turning VOX ON or OFF are impossible to do in

Re: [Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

The VX; command (GET only) will return the current state (VOX ON or OFF = PTT). *Note:* there is an error in the documentation in the K3 Programmer's Reference , which says: "RSP format: VXn; where n is 0 (VOX on) or 1 (VOX off)."

[Elecraft] VOX/PTT select macro ?

At one point in the macro command reference there was a statement that VOX/PTT selection would be available through a direct macro command. Currently all I am able to make work is the SWT or SWH type command which is basically of no use since there is no way to know what the current mode is.

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Question

Jim, That RCA jack is KEYLINE OUT, and is intended for use if you are running an amplifier other than the KXPA100. It will not work as PTT which is a different 'animal'. The KX3 does have the GPIO signal in the ACC2 jack which can be set to operate as PTT in the KX3 menu - see the

[Elecraft] KX3 PTT Question

I have a minor issue with my KX3 that has me scratching my head. Because of occasional background noise (XYL and two young boys) I seldom use VOX when on those rare occasions I venture to the SSB part of the bands. I’m using an inexpensive headset with a boom mic and there is no PTT switch on

[Elecraft] K3 PTT with DEMI Transverters

To: All that responded. Thanks to all of you that responded to my request for information. Much useful information was received (simple to complex schematics) from many respondents for auto switching PTT and TXin / TXout lines to many Xvtrs. I intend to proceed with one of the simpler

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT with DEMI Transverters

Guess I can't attach a pic so here's a URL to it http://www.ah6le.net/k3_key.jpg Ken At 07:46 AM 7/18/2016, Ken Arck wrote: Hi Ken I too use a DEMI xvtr and used the following circuit to exploit the K3's capability to set a logic bit on the ACC connector based on band Ken At 09:33

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT with DEMI Transverters

Hi Ken I too use a DEMI xvtr and used the following circuit to exploit the K3's capability to set a logic bit on the ACC connector based on band Ken At 09:33 PM 7/17/2016, Ken Kontor via Elecraft wrote: Gentlemen, I am looking for a circuit that one of you K3 users may have designed to

[Elecraft] K3 PTT with DEMI Transverters

Gentlemen, I am looking for a circuit that one of you K3 users may have designed to automatically switch the K3 PTT line between multible external transverters as the K3 is switched from band to band. I presently use the K3 PTT line to key my 6m amp driven with 30 w from my K3. I recently

[Elecraft] FSQCALL PTT (K3)

Joe- understand and thanks very much for the help.  Paul kc2nyu >> You will need to make sure no other program is currently using theCAT Port. >>Windows does not allow sharing of ports. Any program using a port must close (release) the port before another program can open (begin using it).

Re: [Elecraft] FSQCALL PTT (K3)

On 6/29/2016 9:41 AM, paul ecker via Elecraft wrote: Joe- you said "*UNCHECK* "Sound card PTT"""Sound card PTT" relies on the internal flag (which is bought out to a status pin on the CODEC chip) that indicates whether the end- point is open or closed in order to generate PTT. *DISABLE*

[Elecraft] FSQCALL PTT (K3)

>> Joe- you said "*UNCHECK* "Sound card PTT"""Sound card PTT" relies on the internal flag (which is bought out to a status pin on the CODEC chip) that indicates whether the end- point is open or closed in order to generate PTT.  *DISABLE* Sound card PTT by unchecking the box in microHAM Router

Re: [Elecraft] FSQCALL PTT Issue (K3)

What software are you using for FSQCALL? I see at least three programs that support FSQ mode. What are the PTT settings in your software? Is your software trying to do handhsake on the CAT Port and asserting RTS on the CAT Port as soon as the software starts? What PTT options are enabled in

[Elecraft] FSQCALL PTT Issue (K3)

Wondering if anyone is group is having success running FSQCALL with their K3. When I open the program, the K3 red Tx light immediately comes on and thus no audio is received. It seems like there is an issue in the PTT/CAT settings,(where I have selected the comport, radio type-00,older kenwood

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT Options

jrhal...@optonline.net> To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Sunday, April 17, 2016 8:31 AM Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT Options My favorite is a "knee switch." I use a Heil foot switch that is attached by hook and loop fastener to the left side of the knee hole in my opera

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT Options

My favorite is a "knee switch." I use a Heil foot switch that is attached by hook and loop fastener to the left side of the knee hole in my operating desk at just the right height. Foot operation is also good if you can secure the switch, but on my tile floor, I found I was always chasing the foot

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

Dagnabbit! The photo got stripped! Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Apr 16, 2016, at 3:45 PM, Nr4c wrote: > > Both front PTT(in mic connector) and rear Phono jack are in parallel. > > I use either VOX (for contesting) and a home-made PTT switch plugged into >

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

Both front PTT(in mic connector) and rear Phono jack are in parallel. I use either VOX (for contesting) and a home-made PTT switch plugged into rear jack for other use. Under the "flap" are two SMD push buttons wired in parallel with a cable to rear PTT. Box is 3.5 X 4 inches and made on my

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

What about your preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in parallel I use both a foot switch and a hand switch (PTT switch from an old Telex headset) in parallel. Both have RCA connectors and I use a "Y" cable to connect them to the PTT jack on the back of the

Re: [Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

On 4/15/2016 11:34 PM, Mike Walkington wrote: All, (4) PTT foot switch. What about your preference for enabling several (ie pickle and foot switch) of these in parallel I use (4) PTT foot switch. I don't understand your "in parallel" question. I have one foot switch plugged into the K3's

[Elecraft] Headset PTT Options

All, At the risk of this request being lost in the euphoric response to the K3 K-Pod. I'm wondering what options you might be using / prefer to provide the PTT function for a K3S connected headset. I know options including (1) VOX, (2) PTT button on an alternative plugged in microphone,

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

TNX guys, you were very helpful 73 Robert, S57AW On Sun, Dec 20, 2015 at 12:40 AM, Brian Hunt wrote: > I do pretty much what you want to do: use N1MM+ and paddle/external keyer. > > I have: paddle connected directly to the K3; QSK selected; VOX selected; > PTT/KEY set

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

delay works at any speed. Dave Hachadorian, K6LL Yuma, AZ -Original Message- From: Robert Bajuk Sent: Saturday, December 19, 2015 5:28 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3 Hi, Simple question... Is there a way to avoid VOX delay on CW mode

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

I do pretty much what you want to do: use N1MM+ and paddle/external keyer. I have: paddle connected directly to the K3; QSK selected; VOX selected; PTT/KEY set to off/dtr; and N1MM+ keying through the serial port dtr line. It gives full QSK to hear other stations between characters. 73,

[Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

Hi, Simple question... Is there a way to avoid VOX delay on CW mode when PTT is used? To be more concrete: - CW and PTT signal are sent to K3 with N1MM directly from serial port (no external keyer) - external electronic keyer is connected to K3 - VOX is enabled If I want CW keyer to work

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

Hi Robert, If you are using VOX there should be no difference in the delay between using your paddle and using your PC. It sounds like N1MM is still sending a PTT command over the serial link. You can prove this by changing CONFIG:PTT-KEY to OFF-OFF on your K3. 73, Mike K2MK s57aw wrote > Hi,

Re: [Elecraft] VOX / PTT combination on k3

will have to configure the delay in the keyer to accommodate the amplifier, but the delay will only apply to paddle-sent CW, not to computer-sent messages. 73, Rich VE3KI S57AW wrote: Simple question... Is there a way to avoid VOX delay on CW mode when PTT is used

[Elecraft] ERR PTT and ERR KEY messages

Hello I am trying to connect DX DOUBLER for SO2R and I have a ERR PTT in the K3 display Any idea how to solve it? I cannot get the radio transmitting, CW or SSB with the DXDOUBLER If someone out there is using it and can help me with the setup Thanks very much Thanks,

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue Jerry, Did you have the USB connection to the K3S still connected while you also connected the USB to Serial adapter into the RJ-45 dongle? If so, that is a "No-no". RS-232 (whether from the internal K3 USB to serial adapt

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 1:35 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue Hello Jerry! I am not sure what you mean by "I'm already using the USB for control so will just use it for PTT. " You can certainly use USB for audio

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

s at lunch and see what the smell is. -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Don Wilhelm Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 12:25 AM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue Jerry

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

] Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 8:19 AM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue I was making the assumption that the situation in the K3S was similar to what would happen if you tried to connect two RS-232 ports together as would

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

, then USB audio will be ignored and audio will be expected from the analog LINE IN jack. I'm sorry if the documentation in the manual was not clear on these points. 73, Lyle KK7P What I'm trying to do: 1. USB for audio and serial

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

Ok, the manual is wrong. I got it..ty ;) -Original Message- From: Elecraft [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Lyle Johnson Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 10:48 AM To: ae...@carolinaheli.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS

[Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

So my new K3S is running well and I'm setting up my software and see that it can do digital modes and control PTT using a comm port. I open my owners manual, page 20, which says I can use that connection for control and PTT. I'm already using the USB for control so will just use it for PTT. I have

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

Jerry, Did you have the USB connection to the K3S still connected while you also connected the USB to Serial adapter into the RJ-45 dongle? If so, that is a "No-no". RS-232 (whether from the internal K3 USB to serial adapter or from an external adapter) is a one to one, point to point

Re: [Elecraft] K3S PTT using DTR/DTS issue

Hello Jerry! I am not sure what you mean by "I'm already using the USB for control so will just use it for PTT. " You can certainly use USB for audio and RS232 for serial control. If you use RS232 for serial control, you need to set up the menu for the data rate. You must also use RS232

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

OK - got it resolved. Doing it the “old” way (using the MIC jack) worked OK, but not on SSB - only CW. So, after getting some sleep and morning coffee, I re-read Wayne’s note and the light bulb went on. I do have the Elecraft ACC2 Module (part number E980232) plugged into my ACC2 jack and the

[Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset that has a three connector plug (TRS). If I plug it into the Mic jack on the KX3, it works fine, although I have to use VOX, which, having an 18 month old in the house, is not a good choice! I've only made a few SSB QSO's (I'm

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

Jim, The KX3's mic jack has some special wiring to work with the MH3. As alternative, you can use the ACC2 jack (2.5 mm) to wire in a PTT switch. This is discussed in the KX3 owner's manual -- see the ACC2 IO menu entry. This would allow you to use the mic jack with your headset/mic. Also

[Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

I sent this a few minutes ago from my iPad Air, and the posting email I got back said “this message has no content” Huh? So I’m re-sending it again, this time from my iMac. Sorry if it is double posted. This just isn’t my night….. Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

Jim, I assume the microphone is a computer type, and that means it has an electret element. That mic need bias voltage. Did you turn on bias in the Mic Select menu? 73, Don W3FPR On 11/12/2014 9:15 PM, James Bennett wrote: Need a little help on this one. I have an inexpensive mic/headset

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 PTT Issue

Thanks Wayne - you are correct - that XMIT button does it, although my installation makes it cumbersome to use that method. I will look into the ACC2 option in the morning. I do see that my KX3 has a “splitter” plugged into the ACC2 jack and I labelled it “PTT: KPA500”. I have my station set up

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Don, Thank you for your very informative and helpful post - this clears up quite a bit of how the ACC2 interfacing is taken care of. I contacted Elecraft support and was given my original settings (I had neglected to save) and restored the unit to factory fresh status - with the exception of

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Bug, now on the list. tnx Wayne N6KR On Oct 23, 2014, at 10:23 AM, David - KI4UVC dhmulf...@gmail.com wrote: Don, Thank you for your very informative and helpful post - this clears up quite a bit of how the ACC2 interfacing is taken care of. I contacted Elecraft support and was given my

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Thinking about this - perhaps with ACC2 set to Lo=PTT the unit is attempting to transmit and notices it is out of band and just hangs up the firmware??? What's strange is that this behavior does not happen until I try the Temp Compensation routine - which you would think would only affect the

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Thanks for looking into this Wayne. I hope my discovery helps. Elecraft support is fantastic- and I'm continually impressed with your active involvement in the Elecraft community. If only all companies were run the same way, the world would be a much better place. Cheers and 73's -David --

[Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Love my KX3 but ran into some strange behavior as of late with some hangs. Running MCU 2.25 / DSP 1.30 when trying to change ACC2IO settings, when I turn VFOA to LO=Ptt the unit hangs on the LO=Ptt option - display freezes at LO=Ptt and I can't PWR off using ATU/BAND-. I've tried re-flashing

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

David, What do you have connected to the ACC2IO jack? Is there possibly anything there that could be holding that signal to ground? 73, Don W3FPR On 10/18/2014 9:27 AM, David - KI4UVC wrote: Love my KX3 but ran into some strange behavior as of late with some hangs. Running MCU 2.25 / DSP

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

Nothing is connected to ACC2 currently - I was mucking around with menu settings. I tried reverting back to MCU2.23 and am having the same issue - radio hangs at any change in ACC2 settings. I didn't have this issue until I did the Extended Temp Calibration routine. Radio is in the low 6000

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

David, Contact KX3support(at)elecraft.com to see if they can offer any additional wisdom. If it has to go back to Elecraft for work, that contact at support is the starting place to obtain an RSA. 73, Don W3FPR On 10/18/2014 10:53 AM, David - KI4UVC wrote: Nothing is connected to ACC2

Re: [Elecraft] ACC2 PTT 2.25/1.30 bug?

David, I did not have my brain fully in gear on this situation before. The GPIO input is just that - an input to a 3 volt logic device with only a 500 ohm series resistor. So there is nothing to make it either a high nor a low level. In the digital world it is known as a 'floating input'

Re: [Elecraft] K3: PTT IN problem - cause found...Thanks from VK7JB

-blocking non-critical 100uH value. Can anybody please confirm? Thank you Stefano IZ0MJE List: elecraft Subject:Re: [Elecraft] K3: PTT IN problem - cause found...Thanks from VK7JB From: VK7JB zendoc () netspace ! net ! au Date: 2012-04-13 11:37:19 Message-ID: 1334317039685

[Elecraft] USE PTT message

Hello I have a new K3 and when I want to send a message (M1 to M4 buttons) I have a message in the display “USE PTT”. I need to activate the VOX to be able to send the messages I have another K3 and in this one, I don´t need to have VOX ON to send the messages I just finished to check

[Elecraft] K3 PTT Error

Been reinstalling my K3 serial 1391 back into the shack and was connecting it to the MicroHam USB 3 and was getting some PTT Errors that aren't there if I remove the USB 3. Does all sorts of funky things with the display like blanking out the frequency in the VFO, and other general

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT Error

Any thoughts on what I should do or what setting I am missing. I have the PTT set currently for Config:Off-RTS. I am wondering if this is where I am going wrong. microHAM interfaces *do not* support DTR/RTS on the serial port. Set CONFIG: PTT-KEY to OFF-OFF when connecting the K3 to *any*

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PTT Error

Thanks Joe. 73, Keith AK6ZZ Sent from my iPhone please excuse typos On Feb 13, 2014, at 9:39 AM, Joe Subich, W4TV li...@subich.com wrote: Any thoughts on what I should do or what setting I am missing. I have the PTT set currently for Config:Off-RTS. I am wondering if this is where I

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