Mew Microkeyer addition to K3

[Dr. William J. Schmidt, II]

I just received a new MicroKeyer II and the rear cable attachment kit for
using with my K3.  I plan on using it at my DX station J68HZ.  I don't have
any experience with these microHAM boxes. I have always used the SignalLink
USB box for RTTY.   Without spending 3 days researching the connection and
operation of this thing, does someone have a quick and dirty setup guide or
words of wisdom (off-line please!).  It looks like there are instructions
for configuring the software. but what about the ACC connector when I'm
using the KPA500 and KAT500 ???  

 

One thing I know I'll have to fix. the back panel input has never worked on
my radio (yes, it's enabled in the menus). I suspect one of those tiny
transformers is bad. so will have to engage Elecraft to get a spare K3IO
board (maybe a K3IOA..)

 

 

 

Dr. William J. Schmidt - K9HZ J68HZ 8P6HK ZF2HZ PJ4/K9HZ VP5/K9HZ PJ2/K9HZ

 

Owner - Operator

Big Signal Ranch - K9ZC

Staunton, Illinois

 

Owner - Operator

Villa Grand Piton - J68HZ

Soufriere, St. Lucia W.I.

Rent it:  <http://www.VillaGrandPiton.com> www.VillaGrandPiton.com

 

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[Joe Subich, W4TV-4]

> but what about the ACC connector when I'm using the KPA500 and KAT500
> ???

You will want one of the Elecraft DB15HD "Y" cables to enable FSK and
PTT(2).

> I suspect one of those tiny transformers is bad. so will have to
> engage Elecraft to get a spare K3IO board (maybe a K3IOA..)

Check the RF Chokes in series with the Line In and Line Out jacks.
I've seen them go bad on the Line In several times.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 11/14/2015 7:38 PM, Dr. William J. Schmidt, II wrote:

> I just received a new MicroKeyer II and the rear cable attachment kit for
> using with my K3.  I plan on using it at my DX station J68HZ.  I don't have
> any experience with these microHAM boxes. I have always used the SignalLink
> USB box for RTTY.   Without spending 3 days researching the connection and
> operation of this thing, does someone have a quick and dirty setup guide or
> words of wisdom (off-line please!).  It looks like there are instructions
> for configuring the software. but what about the ACC connector when I'm
> using the KPA500 and KAT500 ???
>
>
>
> One thing I know I'll have to fix. the back panel input has never worked on
> my radio (yes, it's enabled in the menus). I suspect one of those tiny
> transformers is bad. so will have to engage Elecraft to get a spare K3IO
> board (maybe a K3IOA..)
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Dr. William J. Schmidt - K9HZ J68HZ 8P6HK ZF2HZ PJ4/K9HZ VP5/K9HZ PJ2/K9HZ
>
>
>
> Owner - Operator
>
> Big Signal Ranch - K9ZC
>
> Staunton, Illinois
>
>
>
> Owner - Operator
>
> Villa Grand Piton - J68HZ
>
> Soufriere, St. Lucia W.I.
>
> Rent it:  <http://www.VillaGrandPiton.com> www.VillaGrandPiton.com
>
>
>
> email:   <mailto:[hidden email]> [hidden email]
>
>
>
> ______________________________________________________________
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