No problems here, Ken. Some more info about Aki's problems would
probably help.
What _*exactly*_ is his issue?
Utility doesn't run? Error messages?
Utility doesn't connect to rig? Cable type? (Rs_232 or USB) Com port
number assigned in Win7?
Utility connects, but load fails?
Wind from the
I recently upgraded to a Windows 7-64 bit HP machine due to the demise
of my Windows XP Pro laptop. The biggest problem I had was going from a
physical RS232 serial port on the laptop to a USB to RS232 converter. I
tried several failures before I hit on a solution that worked. It is a
The Prolific drivers have been problematic in recent years. 73, Guy.
On Fri, Sep 28, 2012 at 1:56 PM, Brian Hunt huntin...@coastside.net wrote:
I recently upgraded to a Windows 7-64 bit HP machine due to the demise
of my Windows XP Pro laptop. The biggest problem I had was going from a
Mike NF4L wrote :
No problems here, Ken. Some more info about Aki's problems would
probably help.
What _*exactly*_ is his issue?
Utility doesn't run? Error messages?
Utility doesn't connect to rig? Cable type? (Rs_232 or USB) Com port
number assigned in Win7?
Utility connects, but load
Connect K3 USB FTDI cable direct to K3 and try the K3 update again.
It sounds like There is a P3 in there, that needs updating too, and has the
piggyback connection across to the K3 with the main connection to P3?
In anycase, If it is the later FTDI type usb-ser cable then this program
After I go to the firmware tab, if I click Check Versions Now the
utility will not proceed until the files are downloaded from Elecraft,
as there is nothing to compare. I do not get a loop of trying to connect.
Are you using version 1.12.3.28 of the utility?
HTH.
73, Mike
Mike NF4L wrote :
Has anyone on the list experienced problems with Win7 when attempting a K3
firmware upgrade?
My friend Aki ZL1GO has attempted the upgrade using his new Win7 computer
without success - no
problems with his old XP machine.
I have only XP, so I can't help him.
73,
Ken ZL1AIH
Your post will probably produce a humungous volume of responses...I am
getting in early (12:33 AM 9/28). I have been using several machines
running WIN 7 both 32 and 64 bit with my K3 and have never had a problem
making firmware upgrades to the K3, the P3, and to the XG3. Normally I
use my 32
I have routinely been able to update software in both K3s in the
usual manner. I tried to update
to 4.51 today and the latest K3 urility that comes up on the Elecraft
site is 1.12.3.28. This utility
will not allow me to update to 4.51. I see that Elecraft recommends
K3 utility 1.3.9.2 but I can
Hi Steve,
The recommendation you are referring to obviously has not been updated as
1.3.9.2 would be circa 2010. The current K3 Utility software for Windows is
1.12.3.28.
If you would provide the messages or symptoms your are experiencing when you
try to download 4.51 someody here will be able
://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm.
73 de Dick, K6KR
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Stephen Reichlyn
Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 9:39 AM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade
I have
The latest Utility version is 1.12.3.28. You didn't say where you got the
recommended version from, but it is wrong, or for another product utility.
Check to make sure you are not running any other applications on you K3 port
before you try to download. The K3 cannot share that port with any
Hi Steve!
Elecraft's download page for installing firmware 4.51 and the latest
utility is here: http://www.elecraft.com/K3/k3_software.htm. Install the
utility appropriate for your operating system before attempting the 4.51
firmware upgrade.
I hope this answers your questions.
73, Charles,
Hi, Dick:
Thanks so much for the quick reply.
Of course, I didn't update the info in the cache so it only showed my
last upload (4.39). I
HATE getting old.
Both K3s updated to 4.51...smooth as silk.
Is there a list of menu items current through 4.51 or do I just print
the software update
Thanks Steve.
Wayne uses this technique: current menu items are the union of the most recent
owners manual and firmware notes since the date of that owners manual.
Glad you are up to date! 4.51 is a significant release. There is some CW
decode change that should be improved in the next
I have found it very interesting reading the various reports of firmware
upgrade issues when installing new firmware releases to the K3. I am
wondering if it has something to do with the interconnect between the
computer and the K3; and especially if one is using a USB/RS232 converter.
I
Dick K8ZTT wrote:
I read in the US Interface
Navigator Installation Manual was to avoid using COM 3; the manual says;
for some reason (known only to the computer gods and maybe Bill Gates) COM 3
can be grabbed by other programs
--
Historically (going back to the
The real rub for USB serial converters is poor drivers and poor
individual bios, taken together with an a Windows OS that historically
does poorly with critical slow-speed hardware timing.
I've watched K3 programs and the K3 be blamed over and over on this
reflector, but we are making Aptos
@mailman.qth.net
Sent: Wed, November 25, 2009 5:48:31 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade speeds and problems
The real rub for USB serial converters is poor drivers and poor
individual bios, taken together with an a Windows OS that historically
does poorly with critical slow-speed
Of John Gaynard
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:21 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade via Microham MKII
Can the Microham MKII be used to do the K3 Firmware upgrade.
I know it was possible but after the loader was originally
upgraded there was a possible
Gaynard
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:21 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade via Microham MKII
Can the Microham MKII be used to do the K3 Firmware upgrade.
I know it was possible but after the loader was originally
upgraded there was a possible glitch
the serial port directly from the
computer into the radio.
No issues and no problems in two months of K3 operation
(with many software upgrades accomplished).
Lu-W4LT
K3 # 3192
Message: 8
Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:21:06 -0400
From: John Gaynard jgayn...@columbus.rr.com
Subject: [Elecraft] K3
Can the Microham MKII be used to do the K3 Firmware upgrade. I know it was
possible but after the loader was originally upgraded there was a possible
glitch that would cause the firmware load to fail. My firmware is at 2.38
and I think it is time to come out of the Dark Ages once again.
John
: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade via Microham MKII
Can the Microham MKII be used to do the K3 Firmware upgrade. I know it was
possible but after the loader was originally upgraded there was a possible
glitch that would cause the firmware load to fail. My firmware is at 2.38
and I think it is time
Gaynard
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:21 PM
To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade via Microham MKII
Can the Microham MKII be used to do the K3 Firmware upgrade.
I know it was possible but after the loader was originally
upgraded there was a possible glitch
Thanks. Guess I'll use the serial cable. Not worth the risk of failure.
John K8WDN
-Original Message-
From: Joe Subich, W4TV [mailto:li...@subich.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 11:08 PM
To: 'John Gaynard'; elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] K3 firmware upgrade via
I'd go into WINDOWS device manager.
start; right mouse click on my computer; that will get you to where
you can click on manage; then device manager... then ports
You will then see all the com ports
one of them might be a modem ,
but one will suggest a USB connection like prolific
Jay wrote:
After 10 months I decided to upgrade my firmware from the original 2.16
since I just got the KXV3 and KRX3...Frustration!
Have a USB 2.0 to RS232 Serial adapter and have tried it in all my USB
plugs and in Com ports 1, 2, and 4 which are shown as choices on the K3
-Original Message-
From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Iain MacDonnell -
N6ML
Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 1:11 PM
To: Jay
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: Firmware upgrade harder than construction...Help
[mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Iain MacDonnell -
N6ML
Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 1:11 PM
To: Jay
Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] K3: Firmware upgrade harder than construction...Help
Jay wrote:
After 10 months I decided to upgrade my firmware
I assume you have no regular serial port. Have you tried the adapter with your
K3 and a control/logging program like HRD? Some usb to serial adapters are
quirky.
John N1JM
After 10 months I decided to upgrade my firmware from the original 2.16
since I just got the KXV3 and
On my K3 (#126) the latest firmware version (possibly previous ones also)
reset the RS232 speed to 38,400. If you lose serial connection, check
Config:RS232 to ensure software and K3 are talking at the same speed.
Advice please - the ATU BYPASS feature - is it a real bypass leaving no
stray
Yes, as far as I know
On 30/12/07 15:43, David Andrews [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
Advice please - the ATU BYPASS feature - is it a real bypass leaving no
stray capacitance or inductance in the path (unlike the K2)?
--
Everything secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing
is
If I recall, according the Aptos, there is capacitance/inductance
left in when it says Bypass to match the impedance of the bypassing
ATU circuitry.
At 12/30/2007 10:53 AM, David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote:
Yes, as far as I know
On 30/12/07 15:43, David Andrews [EMAIL PROTECTED] sent:
Advice
ed is correct
check the schematic you'll see that there are components still in
line when in bypass.
bill
At 10:23 AM 12/30/2007, Ed K1EP wrote:
If I recall, according the Aptos, there is capacitance/inductance
left in when it says Bypass to match the impedance of the bypassing
ATU
David Andrews wrote:
Advice please - the ATU BYPASS feature - is it a real bypass leaving no
stray capacitance or inductance in the path (unlike the K2)?
The ATU BYPASS in current firmware adjusts the ATU to cancel out the
stray L/C in the path through the tuner to provide a 50 ohm match.
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