Wayne, Can you use the K-Pod function keys to key the CW, RTTY & DVK SSB memories stored in the K3S?
Thanks, Irwin KD3TB On Wednesday, April 13, 2016, Wayne Burdick <n...@elecraft.com> wrote: > 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 > > > > > ______________________________________________________________ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm > Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net <javascript:;> > > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net > Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html > Message delivered to idar...@gmail.com <javascript:;> > -- Irwin KD3TB ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
