K3s high performance transceiver firmware and utility. Softwaredefined radio sdr architecture plus optional roofing filters for excellent dynamic range. I work in an rf lab where part of the time we test and evaluate radios. It didnt take me long to switch back to the lppan2. Remote control of elecraft k3 i wanted to control my elecraft kx3 transceiver remotely using my android phone. The older k3 can be upgraded completely, or any part you like, to the k3s.
Power connector cable supplies can be used to supply the needed dc to the kpod and i say can be used because via a. As my increasingly complicated array of antenna choices grows, i find that i cant limit myself to 3 antennas. Many elecraft products are available both as kits and as readybuilt units. For some years i own an elecraft k3 transceiver which works very well. Kx3 remote this page is dedicated to how to use the kx3 remotely with the kx3 companion app. Elecraft may elect to update them but makes no commitment to do so. Regarding the k3, you need to start off with a darned good microphone. Switch the k3 to usb, and the same 3550 carrier now appears at 3556. Free elecraft k3 utility software download software at updatestar. Elecraft k3 sdr setup writelog contesting software.
Since it utilizes direct sampling, theres no need for crystal filters in the k4 or k4d see models, back page. Elecraft sdrplay as panadapter i used a sdrplay rsp1 for awhile after using an lppan2 with a win4k3suite. If you do not see a specific k3 k2 entry for the radio interface to a logging program, use their kenwood ts950 or ts570 protocol setting. To have the computers do the tedious, mundane work, data collection is automated by making extensive use of scpi commands controlling lab gear and.
Please let us know of other logging programs that have k3 or k2 support. Elecraft k3 the k3 is more sophisticated than the k2 with a fully digital if and af using dsp for demodulation, noise reduction, agc etc. For for a 3550 khz carrier, the k3 on lsb shows it at 3553. The revolutionary elecraft kx3 puts the world in the palm.
K3s high performance transceiver firmware and utility current k3, k3 0 mini and k3s production firmware k3 mcu 5. Win4k3suite software for the elecraft k3s, k3 and kx3. The kx3 and kx2 accept all k3 commands, though some have no functional effect on the kx3kx2. Listed under the radio equipmenthf transceiverselecraft k3 category that is about elecraft k3. Kx3 basic computer setup for panadapter and log k4mtx. Icom specific control software, that you must pay extra for both elecraft and kenwood give theirs away, including the specs to write your own no 10mhz reference input no upgrade path. So, i use a raspberry pi running remoteqth software to remotely control additional antenna relays. The remotetx ham radio remote control software is easy to set up. Elecraft k3 or k3s, p3, sp3 and kat500kpa500 or kpa500 ham radio dust cover. No modifications to any k3 or k3s are required to turn them into a remote control panel like the k3 0 mini. All needed cables are included and strapping is done with small pcbs included, only ipconfigurations etc. Commander allows you to control your alinco, elecraft, flexradio, icom, jrc, kachina, kenwood, tentec, or yaesu radio from a pc running windows 95, 98, nt, 2000, xp, vista, 7, 8, or 10. The k3 0mini or any k3 k3s may be used as a control head when operated in terminal mode. The other day i had a request from mike, ve3wdm to create a post on my setup running the kx3 as an sdr.
Upgrading the elecraft k3 with k3s components bridging the gap. Kx3 remote kx3 companion elecraft kx3 meets android. Win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3, k3s and kx3 transceivers supporting all options such as the secondary receiver, antenna tuner, and others, as well as the kpa500 amplifier, the kat500 antenna tuner and the p3 panadapter or lppan. This software is helpful in using your k3s, k3, kpa1500, kpa500 or kat500 in a remote setup. All k3s radios ordered today will have product firmware loaded as they come out of the box. It will also be very useful for those thinking about buying a used k3. This is done by downloading the rtx04 image file below and then using the etcher software program to copy the image to a 8gb or larger micro sdcard.
Technically the kx3 is already an sdr hardware components replaced by software through direct conversion receiver architectureso i think he meant to ask how use the kx3s iq data in sdr applications as the elecraft manual calls them. The remote control application for the kpa1500 works quite well via usb ports for me and if elecraft offered a version of it to power on and off the k3s with maybe an antenna tune button like the kpa1500 app does, id be all set. All software on this page is free for use by elecraft operators. Some commands are recognized only by the kx3 or kx2. All functions are provided in an easy to use interface that easily allows control of many options hidden.
Windows for k3 suite win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s kx3. The time has come for me to open up my elecraft k3 and preform some surgery. K3inetwork provides remote control of the elecraft k3 or kx3 via a wifi network and pcmac server program. Win4k3suite, windows control program for k3, kx3, kpa500, kat500 and the p3 panadapter. The elecraft k3 remote system provides a highly flexible means for controlling a transceiver in the next room or across the country. My k3100 is a ready built unit sn 2819 which ive bought second hand from a good friend. If you have no other external processors, you can set via the mike level, compression and eq controls to have the k3 sound every bit as good as any recent top of the line transceiver on the market, hardware or software. This works for k3s but will but will not work for the kx3 without some minor mods. A directsampling sdr youll love to use the new elecraft k4 harnesses the latest in signal processing while retaining the best aspects of the k3s and p3. I mainly use it for portable operation during vhf contests in conjunction with a kuhne electronic tr144h transverter. The latest k3 and k30 firmware supports a compact remote control serial protocol that provides a 100% recreation of. An accessoryrs232 port and supplied cable make it possible to monitor and control the kx3 using a computer.
Sounds like a super replacement for the dysfunctional hrd. N4py offers rig control software for a wide variety of receivers from the elecraft k3 to the ten tec rx 320 receiver. Both the elecraft k2 and k3 can be remote controlled from a pc with for example hamradiodeluxe or other softwares. Attach the elecraft rj45 adapter to the rs232 jack on the back of the k3s 2. Win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3 transceiver supporting all options such as the secondary receiver, antenna tuner, and others. A remote control program such as ham radio deluxe can display the radio settings on a large screen for higher. Wizkersradio chrome app that supports the kx3, kx2, kxpa100 and even the xg3.
We used the n1mm logging software and interfacing it for cw operation was a snap. Data connector is used to connect an rj12 cable supplied to the k3. Now i am totally confused, i thought the kxv3a elecraft board was used to tap off the if of the k3 to allow a connection from the k3 to the sdrplay. September 07, 20 dg0jbj using elecraft kx3 with hdsdr hardware requirements. Dozens of little features such as amp tuning with dit string, band plan mgt, fancier atu algorithms, direct fsk on serial port, etc. Free elecraft k3 utility software download elecraft k3. It includes support for the p3, kpa500, kat500, kxpa100 and lppan panadapters. I am very impressed with the ability to control the rigs cw keying and ptt functions through the serial connector on the back of the rig. About a month ago, i decided to purchase an elecraft k3 kit, sight unseen. Actually, i had seen the rig at dayton, but i hadnt given it much attention. Usb connector usb cable is supplied is used to interface the kpod with your pc for firmware updates and for what elecraft calls future pc control.
I second jim ke8gs comment that the kat500 and its matching remote control software free from elecraft is a great solution. Mine has the second receiver option giving so2v at last, if not so2r. The first step is to create a micro sdcard with the remotetx raspberry pi software on it. Starting from version 8 uranus the piglet support has been expanded and now it not only suports the pigremote device but also can be used to control the kx3 remotely via kx3 companion. The k30, or a regular a k3 in terminal mode, provides a unique real time remote control experience for operating a k3 located in the next room, or across the country. Windows for k3 suite win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Elecraft frequency memory editor, works for k3, k3s, and kx3 win4k3suite, windows control program for k3, kx3, kpa500, kat500 and the p3 panadapter wizkersradio chrome app that supports the kx3, kx2, kxpa100 and even the xg3 log4om, ham radio log software. Interface sdrplay to elecraft k3 sdrplay community forum.
Elecraft usb computer interface cables are replacements for the original special model interface cables. K3s can be upgraded with allmode 2m coverage, a full range antenna tuner, etc. It provides similar functionality, and it can all be accomplished remotely using the iphone. Ham radio deluxe, cat control support for k3, kx3, k2 and most other rigs. K3iditdah has windows patterned after the command tester and terminal windows of the elecraft k3 utility program.
Once the user establishes communication with the k3kx3 via a wifi network the iphone is used to control the k3 or kx3. For extremesignal environments, we offer a dual superhet module standard in the k4hd. Ill leave it as an exercise the reader to demonstrate that a turning the k3s bandwidth control does not move the blip but b. Elecraft how to interface steppir controller to k3s when. This combination is unbeatable in terms of reliability and large signal capability. Page 2 command set overview all k3sk3kx3kx2 remote control commands are listed in table 1. Win4k3suite is a comprehensive control package for the elecraft k3, kx3, and k3s. I now am totally lost, please help original post i have a elecraft k3 with an if interface card. Win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3, k3s and kx3 transceivers supporting all options such as the secondary receiver, antenna tuner. Rrc1258mkiis elecraft k3 twin is a complete package with hardware and software for the elecraft k3 twin concept. Current k3, k3 0 mini and k3s production firmware all versions of the k3 transceivers use the same production firmware and utility for the operating system. When i purchased the elecraft p3 to enhance my k3 all was fine until the p3svga board was added to the p3. Elecraft usb computer interface cables kxusba free.
Since the power source for the p3 comes from the k3 with the addition of the p3svga board to. Attach the other end to the s cable to the data in jack on the back of your steppir controller 4. This software sounds very interesting for the k3 owners. The k4 includes dual receive over 100 khz to 54 mhz. A compact accessory panel for contesting, dxing, and customized station control the kpod is an ideal companion to your elecraft k3 or k3s transceiver. His kx3 companion application on android allows remote control using raspberry pi 2 and he has also links to an audio streaming application called mumble. Elecrafts product lineup includes a range of qrp cw transceivers, the k2 and k3 allmode 100w transceiver, kx2 and kx3 portable 160m2m transceiver, linear power amplifiers, two panadapters and a range of accessories including antenna tuners and signal generators. It includes support for the p3, kpa500, kat500, kxpa100, sdrplay and lppan panadapters. Monitor the elecraft email reflector where announcements are made when new releases become available. Elecraft k4 high performance direct sampling sdr modular hybrid architecture nextgeneration features, operating convenience, and style. Win4k3suite is the ultimate control software for elecraft radios supporting the k3, k3s, kx3 and kx2 as well as the kpa500 and kat500.
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