Elecraft w2 software kit

Heinz has made similarly outstanding enclosures for the other elecraft mini module kits. Elecraft k3 100 radio transceiver for sale online ebay. K2 vs k3 hi i looked through the archives and faqs and see the k3 is a all in one rig with top of line features. Win4k3suite is a comprehensive control package for the elecraft k3, kx3, and k3s. This software is helpful in using your k3s, k3, kpa1500, kpa500 or kat500 in a remote setup. It requires only 1014 vdc and sensor cable connections. Is it possible to clear the clock with a command on the interface. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Ab3ap w1 control software the software provides three faces to your w1. Up to two remote sensors can be attached, with various power and frequency ranges available see sensors, page 19. Elecraft w2 wattmeters w2k200 free shipping on most. Monitor the elecraft email reflector where announcements are made when new releases become available.

So two things happen by making elecraft s software open. Elecraft k2 links category is a curation of 21 web resources on, k2 modifications, setting the k2 dial calibration, a new knob for my k2. It uses leds for the readouts but also offers a windows based software interface to a pc to provide digital readouts of the power and swr levels along with some configuration of the unit itself. It solves the escrow problem by automatically creating multiple copies of the source tree. Price and availability will be announced prior to k3 shipments. Elecraft k3sskt stainless steel exterior hardware kit. The legendary elecraft k2 23rd jan the specification. The elecraft w2 wattmeter provides the fast, highbrightness led bar graphs you need to keep track of transmitter and amplifier performance.

There is a very good alternative to software escrow. Hardware enclosures and this software ought to nicely enhance the utility of your w1. Like heathkit years before, the elecraft kits are excellent, providing detailed stepbystep instructions. Most of 2010 was spent thinking about adding the elecraft p3 panadapter to the small list of my station equipment. Elecraft accessories now available at dx engineering. Founded in watsonville, california, by wayne burdick, n6kr, and eric swartz, wa6hhq, the companys been knocking it out of the park since 1998 with americanmade and manufactured fullfeatured k2, k3, and k4 transceivers, linear power amplifiers, panadapters, and loads of accessories like antenna tuners and signal. In the last 4 years my interest in kit building has taken off. Elecraft w2 wattmeters w2a2000 free shipping on most.

Imagine the feeling you will get from your first qso when you tell the other operator that you built it yourself. Sensors use standard cat5 shielded or unshielded cables. Windows for k3 suite best viewed at 1080p fullscreen 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. Find elecraft w2 wattmeters w2 a and get free standard shipping. Elecraft is an industry leader when it comes to amateur radio equipment. You can use the supplied pc software, or write your own remotecontrol applications. Even so, i love the digital readout of the norcal wattmeter see my earlier post on this kit. So i bought the w2 with two sensors, one for hf with my ic7200 and one for 2m70cm for my ic7100.

A comparison between different rf power meters in anticipation of additional work on the rf kit. All boards are connected with prebuilt cables, all connectors. Keep track of transmitter, amplifier and antenna performance with this compact and attractive display that will fit just about anywhere in the shack. Win4k3suite for the kx3 and kx2 brings big station performance to these radios. The cblp3y cable will be available directly from elecraft. In perfect condition with all manuals and cables and recently updated firmware. Up to two remote sensors can be attached, with various power and frequency ranges available see sensors, page. Modular kits elecraft s approach to kit building includes modular kits which involves building products with precalibrated boards that are fully populated with electronic components.

Oct 12, 20 sdr software for kx3 hi has anyone tried to hook up their kx3 via the iq output to sdr software. Elecraft k3s frequently asked questions pdf download. But for me, there was really only ever one, perhaps the r500 of the ham world. In some cases i refer to promised features in the present tense because elecraft has committed to include them. The kx3 transceiver is a portable softwaredefined radio sdr transceiver with a fullfeatured knobandbutton interface. Many software features were in preliminary form or not yet implemented, so this is, of necessity, just a first look. Elecraft may elect to update them but makes no commitment to do so. My reason for adding this to my toolbox was first that id moved up to the kpa3 100 watt amplifier.

Does anyone remember the good old days, back when the k2 was king, you would call support and would be routed to an engineer or perhaps in the case of the dsp2, lyle himself. The elecraft website picture showing the size of the k1 alongside a 9v battery. Since the k3 software is hardwarespecific, it is unlikely that it will give other vendors a leg up to see the elecraft source code. Discover the thrill of building and really understanding your own radio equipment.

Screw down some boards and connect some cables is all there is to it to my understanding. I am now the proud owner of an icom 7610 but still am holding onto my elecraft kx3 for portable ops. This left my norcal qrp wattmeter behind at its maximum 9. Hi, i have been trying ot find the software for the w2 computer control. This tool gives additional functionality to the w2.

Categories elecraft kits wattmeter w2 wattmeter w2. The companys first product was the k2 transceiver, which was first prototyped in october 1997. David fleming, w4smt, has written a cool program that has. Both the kx3 and kx2 can be integrated with the kxpa100, kat500 and kpa500.

They were happy to meet my needs and in about a week a large box arrived at my house will all the parts i would need to finish the board. Elecraft will continue to honor all warranties and will continue to fully support the k3. Windows for k3 suite win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. Elecraft k3s kit assembly and instruction manual 91 pages. That being said the kx3 isnt a kit in the traditional sense as its more like assembling a computer or lego technix. There are a number of self diagnostics built in to the transceiver allowing monitoring of supply voltages and other vital organs. View and download elecraft k3s frequently asked questions online. The w2 s rs232 drive circuitry is intended for short cable lengths typically 6, but you can also use the elecraft kusb or other usbtors232 adapters, greatly extending the control cable length when required. There are two elements to this innovative protections system for your elecraft kx3 radio.

Apr 30, 20 my next objective was to obtain all parts for the main board, elecraft has an on line order form, but i opted to call the company and see if i could order an entire parts box for the main board. Order your elecraft ham radio gear from dx engineering today. Any message posted from one of the subforums below will show up in the section from which it is posted, and on the elecraft. Dx engineering carries a range of elecraft ham radio gear, including its popular w2 wattmeters, signal generators, and dummy load module kits. I hope you enjoy your stop at my blog and find it informative. K160rx k2 160m 2nd rx antenna option k2 hf transceiver. You can select from elecraft kits and preassembled radio accessories, all designed to improve your onair experience. With four power ranges 2202002000 w, the w2 can satisfy the needs of both qro and qrp operators.

Elecraft k2 transceiver kit construction introduction. Soon thereafter, i purchased an elecraft k210 the 10 stands for 10 watts. The w2 works very fine and does a good job, especially with the w2. Some other kits include the lppan,lp100,4sqrpometerand the list goes on. Elecraft doesnt have a dealer in the uk, or anywhere else for that matter except japan.

Elecraft w2 wattmeters are versatile, autoranging power and swr meters with simultaneous, fast response dual bar graph leds. The elecraft w2 wattmeter provides the fast, highbrightness led bar. Now available on the elecraft website in software w2 is the elecraft w2 interface for both windows and mac. The w2 s builtin rs232 port allows you to use a computer to read both power and swr with higher accuracy, as well as to set and check alarms, turn the leds off, and other operations. Page 5, what should i expect for support of the k3. Elecraft w2 wattmeters w2k free shipping on most orders. I should note here, for those who are not familiar, that almost all of elecraft s products are available in kit form.

On december 1, i purchased the kit and my dear wife was kind enough to wrap it when it arrived and place it under the tree. It includes support for the p3, kpa500, kat500, kxpa100, sdrplay and lppan panadapters. Get the best deals on elecraft when you shop the largest online selection at. Analog, w only, dual needle display optionally with lollipops showing digital readings. Jul 31, 2011 elecraft w1 wattmeter parts inventory. Elecraft products transferred by the purchaser to a third party, either by sale, gift, or other method, who is not disclosed to elecraft at the time of original order, are not covered by this warranty.

Introduction the elecraft w2 is a versatile, autoranging rf power and swr meter that utilizes remote sensing. Other k3 features and tips including third party software utilities. If youre on the internet you can use the selfcalculating order form on elecraft s web site which, once completed, you simply print out and send off. I should note here, for those who are not familiar, that almost all of elecrafts products are available in kit form. These products will make your kx3 ready for travel and use in a varienty of conditions. The w2s rs232 drive circuitry is intended for short cable lengths typically 6, but you can also use the elecraft kusb or other usbtors232 adapters, greatly extending the control cable length when required. The builders experience with modular kits does not require soldering. Sdr software for kx3 hi has anyone tried to hook up their kx3 via the iq output to sdr software. Elecraft handson ham radio, highperformance transceivers and amplifiers. The w2s builtin rs232 port allows you to use a computer to read both power and swr with higher accuracy, as well as to set and check alarms, turn the leds off, and other operations. However, its easy to order the k2 kit and its accessories direct by post or by phone, using a credit card. All software on this page is free for use by elecraft operators.

Jun 01, 2018 soon thereafter, i purchased an elecraft k210 the 10 stands for 10 watts. Title manual revision download size w2 wattmeter swr bridge manual w2. The first layer of protection is the side plates with raised handles. The elecraft k3s, kx3, k2, tuners, and linear amp kits capture the excitement of building and operating your own fullfeatured hf systems. Up to two remote sensors can be attached, with various power and frequency ranges available. I have so far tried three different programs, hdsdr, sdrradio, and sdr sharp, and they are all the. Win4k3suite will automatically send frequency and band information to the radios giving an automatic selection of pretuned antennas and full integration of the kpa500 via serial commands.

Added features include a memory keyer that can be used to send 2 programmable presaved cw messages. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Like heathkit years before, the elecraft kits are excellent, providing detailed step bystep instructions. Elecraft w2 wattmeters w2a free shipping on most orders. Elecraft accessories transceiver accessories amateur radio.