[Elecraft] KX3 independent and simultaneous keying for computer logging on CW
Don This independent and simultaneous CW keying of the KX3 is very interesting. Using the paddle option on the KX3 simultaneously with the Keyer 3.5 mm port for CW contest logging is a great and simple set up for logging program keying the key port configured as a straight key making the fill ins process easy. However, I have found my configuration to where I use my regular keyer into the KX3 or K3 Key port a preferred way for maximum flexibility. I can use the external keyer for additional memory messages in addition to the memory messages that are sent by the logging program. The keyer has an opto isolated straight key input port where I plug in the CW output from computer based program. The three wire serial output from the USB to serial converter cable from the computer is broken out with a SUCCI-R module that provides the CW, PTT and Foot Switch ports to interface the radio along with the TX/RX serial data. The K1EL and MasterKeyer MK-1 or any other keyer with a straight key port will work for this application. Yes, your suggested configurati on using the accessory keyer paddle mounted on the KX3 keyer paddle connector and at the same time, the keyer port set up as an independent straight key for logging program keying is simpler but here m alternative provides more versatility. John, W1QS __ 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
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 independent and simultaneous keying for computer logging on CW
I think connecting both your paddle and PC to a K1EL or equivalent winkeyer is a better option. This way, when you switch between PC and paddle sending, the speed will be the same. Also, I found keying the KX3 directly from the PC sounded a bit choppy, as the timing of the dits was too short. The Winkeyer has a compensation setting which makes the CW sound much better. 73, Matt VK2RQ On 29 May 2014, at 7:26 am, John Lawrence via Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net wrote: Don This independent and simultaneous CW keying of the KX3 is very interesting. Using the paddle option on the KX3 simultaneously with the Keyer 3.5 mm port for CW contest logging is a great and simple set up for logging program keying the key port configured as a straight key making the fill ins process easy. However, I have found my configuration to where I use my regular keyer into the KX3 or K3 Key port a preferred way for maximum flexibility. I can use the external keyer for additional memory messages in addition to the memory messages that are sent by the logging program. The keyer has an opto isolated straight key input port where I plug in the CW output from computer based program. The three wire serial output from the USB to serial converter cable from the computer is broken out with a SUCCI-R module that provides the CW, PTT and Foot Switch ports to interface the radio along with the TX/RX serial data. The K1EL and MasterKeyer MK-1 or any other keyer with a straight key port will work for this application. Yes, your suggested configura ti on using the accessory keyer paddle mounted on the KX3 keyer paddle connector and at the same time, the keyer port set up as an independent straight key for logging program keying is simpler but here m alternative provides more versatility. John, W1QS __ 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 matt.vk...@gmail.com __ 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
Re: [Elecraft] KX3 independent and simultaneous keying for computer logging on CW
Matt Your Winkeyer with it's flow control features is something to consider if your relying on the internal KX3 keyer. That may be simpler for those who already have the Winkeyer. I'm happy with my MK-1 alternative. John, W1QS -Original Message- From: Matt VK2RQ matt.vk...@gmail.com To: John Lawrence j123...@aol.com Cc: w3fpr w3...@embarqmail.com; elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thu, May 29, 2014 9:31 am Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3 independent and simultaneous keying for computer logging on CW I think connecting both your paddle and PC to a K1EL or equivalent winkeyer is a better option. This way, when you switch between PC and paddle sending, the speed will be the same. Also, I found keying the KX3 directly from the PC sounded a bit choppy, as the timing of the dits was too short. The Winkeyer has a compensation setting which makes the CW sound much better. 73, Matt VK2RQ On 29 May 2014, at 7:26 am, John Lawrence via Elecraft elecraft@mailman.qth.net wrote: Don This independent and simultaneous CW keying of the KX3 is very interesting. Using the paddle option on the KX3 simultaneously with the Keyer 3.5 mm port for CW contest logging is a great and simple set up for logging program keying the key port configured as a straight key making the fill ins process easy. However, I have found my configuration to where I use my regular keyer into the KX3 or K3 Key port a preferred way for maximum flexibility. I can use the external keyer for additional memory messages in addition to the memory messages that are sent by the logging program. The keyer has an opto isolated straight key input port where I plug in the CW output from computer based program. The three wire serial output from the USB to serial converter cable from the computer is broken out with a SUCCI-R module that provides the CW, PTT and Foot Switch ports to interface the radio along with the TX/RX serial data. The K1EL and MasterKeyer MK-1 or any other keyer with a straight key port will work for this application. Yes, your suggested configurati on using the accessory keyer paddle mounted on the KX3 keyer paddle connector and at the same time, the keyer port set up as an independent straight key for logging program keying is simpler but here m alternative provides more versatility. John, W1QS __ 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 matt.vk...@gmail.com __ 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
