This seems to be a full feature rig that will fit into the palm of your hand. Rich software features such as filters, voice memories. Jun 18, 20 this was shamelessly ripped from the kx3 reflector, originally posted by n6kr and saved here for future reference. Oct 12, 20 i saw the same thing with several of the programs i tried, but finally one worked ok without those images. Elecraft is a proud sponsor of the south orkney 2020 vp8vp8dxu. See kx3 firmware release notes for a complete revision history. Dec 25, 2012 simple elecraft kx3 and powersdr configuration i have played with hdsdr and elecraft kx3 for a while. Elecraft kx2 and wsjtx easy setup sometimes all we need is a little qrp transceiver, a weak signal mode and a good antenna. 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 kx3 companion app also let you record full qsos and log them to eventually export them to your favorite qso logging software. Select the serial port to which the kx2kx3 usb cable is connected. These radios have the ability to decode rtty, psk and cw signals without a computer and display them on their front panel. The guy that runs it locally sent the following question about the kx3. In mid november i sold my kenwood ts590 to finance the purchase of an elecraft kx3 and become a full time qrp operator.
The kx3 sdr elecraft works very well together with nap3 sdr software and the remotecontrol software from n4py pegasusplus. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Elecraft kx2 archives icom 7300 and 7610 sdr transceivers. 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. Plug in the kxusb cable and install the ftdi driver 2.
You can select from 3 to steps, each step can be from 5 to 500 khz. Jun 27, 2018 the kxqrp 2nd lk is an accessory for use with the elecraft kx2 or kx3 radios. Data mode communication on the elecraft kx3 amateur radio. Plug in the audio cable from kx3 iq output to the pc soundcard line in 3. With the new swr meter functionality you can sweep a frequency range and the app shows you a chart with swr values. It was created for windows by elecraft, inc you can read more on elecraft, inc. Installing the cooler kx plus heatsink on the elecraft kx3 with. The revolutionary elecraft kx3 puts the world in the palm of your hand. Fur fast alle funkgerate gibt es remotecontrolsoftware. Can use hand held with internal mic and whip antenna. Kx3 remote kx3 companion elecraft kx3 meets android. As already mentioned i would like to see menu configuration included in the elecraft software and both programs merged into one. Kx3 basic computer setup for panadapter and log k4mtx. 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.
If youve been keeping track thus far, youll note that i currently have. Tonight, i used my kx3 to tune in one of my favorite weekly programs. I have done multiple receiver comparisons with the 3 radios. Win4k3suite is a comprehensive control package for the elecraft k3, kx3, and k3s. I saw the same thing with several of the programs i tried, but finally one worked ok without those images.
All the same features as the k3 version with a hybrid software defined radio interface. For sale is a lightly used elecraft kx3 with sidekx side plates and cover. Rig connection rig type k3 note k3, not kx3 also get your com port and baud rate from the kx3 utility if frequencies global offset 5700 lo center dont know what this is 8215000 lsb 650 usb 800 this should get you started. Kx3 high performance portable transceiver firmware and utility kx3 current production firmware. Back to elecraft next hf and more last modified 201031 elecraft kx3. Feb 03, 2017 mars on kx3 im looking into possibly getting involved in mars. The maximum power has been increased to watts after a firmware update, and a 100 watt amplifier is available.
I cant think of anything more boring than staring at computer screen displays to make silent, automatic, machinemade qsos that might have well come from outer space, the ham across town or your next door neighbors garage door opener. Rig connection rig type k3 note k3, not kx3 also get your com port and baud rate from the kx3 utility if frequencies global offset 5700 lo center dont know what this is 8215000 lsb 650 usb. One of the advantages of the kx3 is sdr iq output, which can be used to drive a panadapter. This improvement is intended strictly for elecraft production calibration software. While hdsdr is an excellent piece of software i am more familiar with powersdr as i have used it over 2 years. Elecraft usb computer interface cables are replacements for the original special model interface cables. All kx3s ordered today will have production firmware loaded as they come out of the box. Elecraft kx series transceivers simply suit my operating style and meet my performance expectations. Behringer uca202 usb audio interface and audio cables. Current k3, k30 mini and k3s production firmware all versions of the k3 transceivers use the same production firmware and utility for the operating system. Hardware components elecraft kx3 elecraft kxusb serial cable for kx3 raspberry pi 2 with raspbian linux.
Introduction ultracompact homeportablemobile station the revolutionary elecraft kx3 puts the world in the palm of your hand. Parameter ranges have been recalculated to optimize production of kx3 radios. Elecraft k3 or k3s, p3, sp3 and kat500kpa500 or kpa500 ham radio dust cover. About elecraft kx3 the magic radio the resource is currently listed in in a single category. This site is for those interested in the elecraft kx3 portable hf transceiver. It includes support for the p3, kpa500, kat500, kxpa100, sdrplay and lppan panadapters.
It is true though that the sound coming from the software. This new transceiver runs 10 watts and can run 100 watts with the optional kxpa100 amplifier. The elecraft kx3 web page gives details about the radio, including short video demonstrations. Youd think i was an elecraft fan, but thats not entirely the case. The kx3 companion app also let you record full qsos and log them to eventually export them to your favourite qso logging software andor service. This was shamelessly ripped from the kx3 reflector, originally posted by n6kr and saved here for future reference. Owners manual, assembly manual, programmers reference manual, installation and operation manual.
This hybrid sdr approach leaves the digital signal processing to the engineers at elecraft, while providing a full featured spectrum scope like the p3 and full control of the radio. After some fidling around, i have a configuration that works with the popular. Unlike many software defined radio software, all demodulation, modulation and filtering of the kx3 signals are handled by the kx3 itself. The sdrplay rsp is a low cost software defined radio that can be used as a panadapter for the k3, kx3 and kx2. In this second scenario the software then emulates the radio circuitry, filters, ect for you in lui of the hardware. New rig elecraft kx2 for portable operation ham radio. Sdrplay win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s kx3 and kx2. Simple elecraft kx3 and powersdr configuration i have played with hdsdr and elecraft kx3 for a while. The elecraft kx3line includes the amazing kx3 and its companions the px3 panadapter, the kxpa100 amplifier and auto antenna tuner, and the kx32m4m vhf transverter. 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.
Panasonic bluetooth corded cordless phone system with answering machine, enhanced noise reduction and onetouch call block 2 handsets kxtgf382m metallic black 4. Add more punch to your signal with elecraft s power combo kpa500, 500w linear amplifier and the kat500. Despite its small size, it covers all amateur bands from 1606 meters, operates in all modes, and has dspbased features usually found only on larger radios. 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. Page 4 configuration select elecraft k3kx3 from the dropdown list. Dec 02, 2012 in mid november i sold my kenwood ts590 to finance the purchase of an elecraft kx3 and become a full time qrp operator. Since the kx3 is a software definedradio sdr, youll be able to extend its capabilities using computer applications, and add new features via free firmware upgrades.
Elecraft kx3 resources category is a curation of web resources on, kx3 companion app, elecraft kx3 the magic radio, elecraft kx3 and powersdr. Monitor the elecraft email reflector where announcements are made when new releases become available. Ham radio deluxe, cat control support for k3, kx3, k2 and most other rigs. Thoughts on elecraft kx2 transceiver for sota vk3yy. The configuration of the elecraft kx3 is a little different, well use the microphone and headphone sockets to connect to signalink sound card.
Elecraft kx3 manuals manuals and user guides for elecraft kx3. Welldone, informative video and i mean no disrespect to the opbut what a horrible thing this digital mode has brought to our hobby. Oct 18, 2018 im basically doing that right now, with a usb sound card dongle connected to my asus vivomini win10 workbench pc. The kx3s stateoftheart software defined radio architecture provides an amazing array of capabilities and functionality, all in a palmtop box. I also have an icom7300 and a kenwood ts590sg which are good radios for the price. We have 8 elecraft kx3 manuals available for free pdf download. I cant think of anything more boring than staring at computer screen displays to make silent, automatic, machinemade qsos that might have well come from outer space, the ham across town or your next door neighbors. Kx3 remote control and audio streaming with raspberry pi 2.
There are optional internal antenna tuners for the radio and the amplifier. So apart from those three insignificant complaints i absolutely love the radio and tend to use it more frequently than either my ic7600 or ic7100 and i have sold my yaesu ft817. Im basically doing that right now, with a usb sound card dongle connected to my asus vivomini win10 workbench pc. The main category is elecraft kx3 that is about elecraft kx3 resources. The kxqrp 2nd lk is an accessory for use with the elecraft kx2 or kx3 radios. I have 32 gb sd memory card, 8 gb should also work. Elecraft kx 3 elecraft kx2 icom id5100 kenwood ts590s and 590sg elecraft t1 atu kenwood ts830 kenwood ts520 kenwood ts480 kenwood ts711e kenwood tm71e alinco dx70t h yaesu hybrid transceivers yaesu ft102 yaesu ft950 yaesu ft991 prc320 green radio yaesu ft817nd.
Win4k3suite for elecraft radios win4k3suite for the. Elecraft kx1 radio transceiver for sale online ebay. Good support for software updates and utilities on the elecraft website. Nov 14, 2014 the kx3 companion app also let you record full qsos and log them to eventually export them to your favorite qso logging software. Apr 17, 20 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. Since the kx3 is a softwaredefinedradio sdr, youll be able to extend its capabilities using computer applications, and add new features via free firmware upgrades. Im thinking the drawspi, headless maybe with a form of vnc, connecting to a chromebook or tablet for inputoutput for the various software packages being used, would be a compact and selfcontained portable digital station.
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