Announcing the elecraft kpod open source remote control for arduino and raspberry pi project. Using wsjtx this way worked like a charm as most of the feedback on the elecraft reflector site pointed toward software issues and not rig troubles. K3inetwork has windows patterned after the command tester and terminal windows of the elecraft k3 utility program. It involves holding one of the acc1 or acc2 pins at a logic state for 100 ms or more. K2net was intended to allow remote operation of an elecraft k2 across a network. Title manual revision download size kpod owners manual kpod owners manual rev e 10292017 1. The elecraft k3 remote system provides a highly flexible means for controlling a transceiver in the next room or across the country. A quick internet search yielded this site by andrea iu4apc.
Once the user establishes communication with the k3 kx3 via a wifi network the iphone is used to control the k3 or kx3. The superb elecraft synthesizer design is largely responsible for the commanding receiver and transmitter performance of the k3. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. The k4 can be 100% remote controlled, via ethernet, from a second k4 as well as a pc, notebook, or tablet. 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.
Win4k3suite is a comprehensive control package for the elecraft k3, kx3, and k3s. Attach the elecraft rj45 adapter to the rs232 jack on the back of the k3s 2. Dozens of little features such as amp tuning with dit string, band plan mgt, fancier atu algorithms, direct fsk on serial port, etc. Kx3 remote this page is dedicated to how to use the kx3 remotely with the kx3 companion app. Remote control of elecraft k3 i wanted to control my elecraft kx3 transceiver remotely using my android phone. Win4k3suite, windows control program for k3, kx3, kpa500, kat500 and the p3 panadapter. The major k3 s components to be considered are the ksyn3a, kio3b, and kxv3b. 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. Upgrading the elecraft k3 with k3s components bridging the gap. I presume this is intended to provide interface with logging or radio control programs, like hrd. Introduction k3remote system is a hardware and software solution to support remote control of a k3 or k3s via the internet.
Usb cat interface cable for elecraft transceiver radio proset. The k3 remote system provides a real radio feel with immediate control feedback and very fast response times. If you are using the remoterig boxes, i recommend you get the manufactured cable from elecraft. Purposebuilt terminal window in provided k3 utility program full remote control software packages third party. Compatible with elecraft k3 as well support for remote control of the kx3.
Announcing the elecraft kpod open source remote control. Remote controlling the k3 using remotehams software. When using a k3010100mini, rig control works just as you expect. All the same features as the k3 version with a hybrid software defined radio interface. All software on this page is free for use by elecraft operators. Both the elecraft k2 and k3 can be remote controlled from a pc with for example hamradiodeluxe or other softwares. 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. K30mini zur steuerung eines remote k3 fertigteil qrpshop. For for a 3550 khz carrier, the k3 on lsb shows it at 3553. Both control a remote k3 transceiver via the remoterig rrc1258mkii see the system configurations, link below. K3 remote control with remotehams rcforb software and the sbox remote power onoff, fsk rtty, kpa1500 amplifier, and automatic antenna switching shackmaster sm8 or tuning steppir sda 100 the sbox provides the keying circuit required to remotely power on a k3 or k3s from the serial port connection, using rcforbs use rts as power option. Full remote control from multiple devices the k4 can be 100% remote controlled, via ethernet, from a second k4 as well as a pc, notebook, or tablet.
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. Whatever software you use now will work over the remote system. Dec 26, 2019 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. Full remote control of all features including the p3, kx3 panadapter and lppan. Rxtx eq, realtime clock,100% remote control including panadapter data, remote antenna switch control, custom inbox software apps news. Windows for k3 suite win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s kx3. Switch the k3 to usb, and the same 3550 carrier now appears at 3556. Attach the other end to the s cable to the data in jack on the back of your steppir controller 4. K3remote system is a hardware and software solution to support remote control of a k3 or k3s via the internet. The configuration of the elecraft kx3 is a little different, well use the microphone and headphone sockets to connect to signalink sound card. Like heathkit years before, the elecraft kits are excellent, providing detailed stepbystep instructions, all hardware and electronic bits solderityourself components for the k2, premade modules for the k3, and if needed responsive online support from elecrafts chief engineers plus the community of builders and fans. All functions are provided in an easy to use interface that easily allows control of many options hidden in the k3 and kx3 s menus.
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 k3 used for control can be a k3 10 without any options or the specially designed k3 0 which is available since jan 2012, even if it controls a fully equiped k3 100 at the remote site. Our new k4 harnesses the latest in signal processing while retaining the best aspects of the k3s and p3. The k3 used for control can be a k310 without any options or the specially designed k30 which is available since jan 2012, even if it controls a fully equiped k3100 at the remote site. After reading the elecraft technical notes on their wonderful kpod product, im so confident that it would be an absolutely awesome controller for my arduino and raspberry pi projects that i just ordered a second one. Panadapter data is included on all remote displays. K3iditdah provides remote control of the elecraft k3 or kx3 via a wifi network and pcmac server program. When using a k3 010100mini, rig control works just as you expect. 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. It will also be very useful for those thinking about buying a used k3. This software is helpful in using your k3s, k3, kpa1500, kpa500 or kat500 in a remote setup. I am not done trying but have been unable so far to use either n1mm or winlog32 to control the remote k3 and log qsos.
Macloggerdx from don agro, ve3vrw, a mac logging program that supports the elecraft k3 k2. Configure your com ports and sit back and click a spot and watch the k3 0 change bandmode. Following on from the yaesu ft817 data mode set up guide, this page will take you through the steps required to set up and configure the elecraft kx3 for data mode communication. I surmised that no one has figured out how to do this from the relative silence in response to my post. It includes support for the p3, kpa500, kat500, kxpa100, sdrplay and lppan panadapters. All functions are provided in an easy to use interface that easily allows control of many. Enable it to automatically send an eqsl every time a new qso is logged dx cluster integration. For this reason in my server settings the main and sub volume sliders excluded by. Elecraft k3 sdr setup writelog contesting software. And of course win4k3 comes with built in panadapter software. A remote control program such as ham radio deluxe can display the radio settings on a large screen for higher. Attach one end of the steppir s cable to the de9s end of the elecraft cable 3.
I also have the micro pc client that i picked up in sweden so that all i have at the control is a headset, the micro think usb sound dongle with ptt. The elecraft kx3 web page gives details about the radio, including short video demonstrations. If the volume on the client k3 front panel is used the volume of the remote k3 is increased which may be a surprise to anyone nearby. The kx3 version of win4k3suite provides full control of the kx3 as well as a sound card based spectrum scope displaying kx3 signals in real time. Usb cat interface cable for elecraft transceiver radio. The k3 frequency synthesizer is integral to the operation of the k3. The k4 adapts to your needs, with three models to choose from. The latest k3 and k30 firmware supports a compact remote control serial protocol that provides a 100% recreation of the remote k3 on the controlling k3. The remotetx ham radio remote control system is an economical way to control your amateur radio station through the internet with a phone, tablet, mac or pc. The elecraft k3s sets the standard for compact, highperformance transceivers the ideal choice for dxpeditions, multitransmitter contesting, field day, and home stations alike. Kx3 k3 remote control software nap3sdrfreeware download. Windows for k3 suite win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Kx3 k3 remote control software nap3sdrfreeware download sdr.
Free elecraft k3 utility software download software at updatestar. Rxtx eq, realtime clock,100% remote control including panadapter data, remote antenna switch control, custom inbox software apps a directsampling sdr youll love to use. Is there a way to remotely turn on a kx3 through software without physically pushing the band and atu tune buttons. The remotetx ham radio remote control software is easy to set up. The first step is to create a micro sdcard with the remotetx raspberry pi software on it. It provides similar functionality, and it can all be accomplished remotely using the iphone. Usb cat interface cable for elecrafttransceiver k2 k3. Kx3 remote control and audio streaming with raspberry pi 2. Radio with a matching control head elecraft k30mini, or two radios that support the twin concept where one local radio is used to control the remote radio elecraft k3, yaesu ft200, kenwood ts590, uses a pair of microbit remoterig modems to transfer audio, radio control and some station control. View online or download elecraft k3 remote owners manual.
No modifications to any k3 or k3s are required to turn them into a remote control panel like the k30 mini. I use a usb board with a pair of relays only need one and some specific software shortcut on the desktop to tickle the acc line to turn the k3 on when i am remote operating. My elecraft k3, kpa500 amplifier, kat500 auto tuner, and antenna rotator were already integrated with computer control when the suggestion was made that i try the software to implement remote control capabilities. One can not control vox delay, radio mic input or cw delay at the remote site using remotehams software. View online or download elecraft k3remote owners manual. N4py offers rig control software for a wide variety of receivers from the elecraft k3 to the ten tec rx 320 receiver. Win4k3suite is a windows control program for the elecraft k3, k3s and kx3 transceivers. The k3 0 mini remote control panel, provides the operator with real knobs and buttons for a 100% real time radio feel.
Kx3 remote kx3 companion elecraft kx3 meets android. K3inetwork provides remote control of the elecraft k3 or kx3 via a wifi. Full support for point and click frequency changes for both vfos. Ill leave it as an exercise the reader to demonstrate that a turning the k3s bandwidth control does not move the blip but b turning the k3s if shift control does move the blip. Using kx3 for wsjtx mode jt65 and jt9, kx3temperaturecompensation procedure. The k3 0mini or any k3 k3s may be used as a control head when operated in terminal mode. The kx3 sdr elecraft works very well together with nap3 sdr software and other remotecontrol software from n4py pegasusplus or remotecontrol from va2fsq, win4k3suite for k3 and kx3. Note the latest k3 firmware supports a compact remote control serial protocol source elecraft website. The volume control is at the top of the screen for the client. The k3o, 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. The main objective was to allow control and operation across a home local area network, so that i could use the radio anywhere in the house, or out in the garden, via a wifi connected laptop.
May 16, 2019 full remote control from multiple devices. An accessoryrs232 port and supplied cable make it possible to monitor and control the kx3 using a computer. Modular hybrid architecture the k4 adapts to your needs, with three models to choose from. Remote onoff of the k3 here is the answer that i sent him. 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.
The most convinient way of controlling a k3 is with the k3twin concept elecraft k3 cat preparations mode4 when you want to control a elecraft k3 with the rrc1258mkii via their remote control protocol, you connect a standard rs232 cable between the pc and the com 2 connector on the back of the controlrrc. N4py software is your source for high quality, effective rig control software for your transceiver. Free elecraft k3 utility software download elecraft k3. No modifications to any k3 or k3s are required to turn them into a remote control panel like the k3 0 mini. Data mode communication on the elecraft kx3 amateur. Remote operating for amateur radio ten things to know.
Elecraft how to interface steppir controller to k3s when. Configure your com ports and sit back and click a spot and watch the k30 change bandmode. Trx manager capable of remote control of your k3 k2 from a pc over your network. The k30mini or any k3k3s may be used as a control head when operated in terminal mode. The most convinient way of controlling a k3 is with the k3 twin concept elecraft k3 cat preparations mode4 when you want to control a elecraft k3 with the rrc1258mkii via their remote control protocol, you connect a standard rs232 cable between the pc and the com 2 connector on the back of the control rrc. All local movements of the front panel vfo knobs, other controls and switches are. The k3 firmware supports a compact remote control serial protocol that accurately replicates the remote k3 on the controlling k30, k30mini or k3.
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