Please let us know of other logging programs that have k3 or k2 support. Its the worlds smallest fullfeatured amateur radio transceiver, complete with 10 watts output, a large, easytoread display, and builtin battery and antenna tuner options. The current release version of ham radio deluxe is v6. The sdrplay rsp is a low cost software defined radio that can be used as a panadapter for the k3, kx3 and kx2.
Since the kx3 is a software defined radio sdr, youll be able to extend its capabilities using computer applications, and add new features via free firmware upgrades. 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. I did have the kx1 sold it and as you know that is now gone as well. This release of win4k3suite also now supports connection to a k30 allowing remote control of your radio using the elecraft k30 just like a k3. Softwaredefined radio sdr architecture for versatility operates in data modes psk31psk63rtty with or without a pc. The elecraft k3s, kx3, k2, tuners, and linear amp kits capture the excitement of building and operating your own fullfeatured hf systems.
Quadrature switching mixer compatible with pcbased sdr software defined radio applications. Yet it puts out up to 10 watts, covers 9 bands, and shares many features with the kx3. This entry was posted in ham radio, new products, news, shortwave radio, software defined radio and tagged elecraft, elecraft k4, elecraft k4 direct sampling sdr, elecraft k4 specifications, k4 on may 16, 2019 by thomas. 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 only thing that elecraft didnt supply was lots of sunspots. Ive been running with the software for about a year or so, and i now dont know how function without it. 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. The kx2 is also a true sdr softwaredefined radio, with full 32bit if dsp. Designed for experimenters, shortwave listeners, and amateur radio enthusiasts looking for a truly portable softwaredefined radio receiver. Instead of a pc the kx3 uses a pic18f87k22 8 bit pic microcontroller for. When working hf, this is very useful as it allows you to quickly home in on cq calls and other activity.
Operates in data modes psk31rtty with or without a pc. Elecraft win4k3suite now supports the sdrplay sdr as a. Simple elecraft kx3 and powersdr configuration i have played with hdsdr and elecraft kx3 for a while. These receivers will usually significantly outperform the more general purpose receivers shown above in terms of sensitivity, but they usually concentrate only on the hf or amateur bands. The kx3s stateoftheart software defined radio architecture provides an amazing. Elecraft k4 overview a directsampling sdr youll love to use our new k4 harnesses the latest in signal processing while retaining the best aspects of the k3s and p3. Getting started with open broadcaster software obs duration. It was founded in 1998 by wayne burdick and eric swartz.
Sdr radio transceiver flex, elecraft, cube, softrock. Fivewatt sdr transciever for hams rshfiq 5w software. Elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at. Softwaredefined radio sdr architektur plus roofing filter kxfl3 optional ermoglichen hervorragenden dynamik bereich. The app is the controlling software for the external radio. Kx2 does not have switchable pa output impedance kx2 has 3 cwdata memories kx3 has 6 general. Dec 06, 2016 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s kx3 and kx2. Setup sdrplay rsp1 with elecraft k3 using sdrconsole as a.
Setup sdrplay rsp1 with elecraft k3 using sdrconsole as a panadpter. I own the anan10 version of this radio and imho it is a far better choice. Inphase and outofphase quadrature audio signal components are available at a single rx iq jack on the side of the case. Software for elecraft k3, kx3, k2, kx1, and p3 radio equipment. Softwaredefined radio websdr give free access to softwaredefined receivers. Can i use the kx2 with sdr software defined radio applications and the px3 panadapter. This article provides a list of commercially available softwaredefined radio receivers. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading software defined radio. While hdsdr is an excellent piece of software i am more familiar with powersdr as i have used it over 2 years. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for elecraft radios.
Quadrature switching mixer compatible with pcbased sdr softwaredefined radio applications. I dont think that is a bias because it is based on the quality and flexibility of the radio. 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. Sdrplay win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s kx3 and kx2. If you do not see a specific k3k2 entry for the radio interface to a logging program, use their kenwood ts950 or ts570 protocol setting. Unlike competing panadapter software for the k3, win4k3suite is truly plug and play requiring only refinement of the global offset. Integrated software for logging, rig control, digital modes, satellite. Back in 2004 when hurricane after hurricane was blowing through florida this little radio was a true friend. The kx3s stateoftheart software defined radio architecture provides an amazing array of capabilities and functionality, all in a palmtop box. Elecraft kx3 transceiver 160m6m 10w bausatz qrpshop. 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.
Sdrplay limited is a ukbased company that has been developing cuttingedge software defined radios since 2014 with its rsp1 model. Ham radio deluxe software the radio amateurs best asset. Elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at hamvention. The companys first product was the k2 transceiver, which was first prototyped in october 1997. May 18, 2019 elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at hamvention 2019. Radio amateurs and shortwave listening swling hobbyists have had high performance sdrs for some time now. Elecraft k4 high performance direct sampling sdr modular hybrid architecture nextgeneration features, operating convenience, and style.
Designed for experimenters, shortwave listeners, and amateur radio enthusiasts looking for a truly portable software defined radio receiver. I specialize in developing software for elecraft amateur radio transceivers. The sample files in this app are just to give a taste of how the app works. This hybrid sdr approach leaves the digital signal processing to the engineers at elecraft, while providing a full featured. This information is required to generate a panoramic display of the spectrum seen by the k3. Although it is fully functional without a generalpurpose computer, its in elecraft will not be limited in the scope of future improvements. Design not at all an upgraded k2, the k3 is an entirely new radio and a new manufacturing concept.
With the introduction of elecraft s kx3 transceiver, and other dsp radio products, hams are finding that isdr can transform their iphone, ipod or ipad into a portable yet capable panadapter. Both are trailfriendly sdrs softwaredefined radios with controls and display on top, attachable keyer. This radio is the most compact and allows me to carry all the parts including. The kx3 shown here in position when used as my base station rig. This is an rtlsdr software defined radio receiver with rtl2832u adc chip, 1ppm tcxo, sma f connector, r820t2 tuner and aluminium case with passive cooling. Elecraft announce k4 software defined radio sdr at hamvention 2019. I replaced my icom 7800 with the flex 5000 and 2nd receiver.
The resulting user interface makes the technology transparent, allowing. For any serious use i would want a higher capacity higher voltage battery anyway. Sdrplay rspdx software defined radio by larry van horn n5fpw. For each sdr we compare the cost, frequency range, adc resolution, maximum instantaneous bandwidth, whether or not it can tx and if it has any pre selectors. Like all elecraft radios, it seems wonderful on cw to me. Softwaredefined radio sdr architecture plus optional roofing filters for excellent dynamic range. The battery setup is what it is, the aa batteries allow some use, on rx for a long time, and limited tx at lower powers.
All bands and modes work without any configuration required. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Software defined radio for eginners by stephen hicks, n5ac, flexradio vp of engineering this introduction to software defined radio sdr explores the architectural and operational differences in traditional and software defined radios. Both the kx3 and kx2 can be integrated with the kxpa100, kat500 and kpa500. Introduction ultracompact homeportablemobile station the revolutionary elecraft kx3 puts the world in the palm of your hand. Sdr is software defined radio and needs an external receiver radio plugged into your audiomicrophone jack of your iphone. Software defined radio resources ham radio science. I never did have a k1 but many times i found myself on the elecraft website looking at it and thinking hard about buying one. Softwaredefined radio sdr architecture plus optional roofing filters operates in data modes psk31rtty with or without a pc. With the introduction of elecrafts kx3 transceiver, and other dsp radio products, hams are finding that isdr can transform their iphone, ipod or ipad into a portable yet capable panadapter.
Unlike many software defined radio software, all demodulation, modulation and filtering of the kx3 signals are handled by the kx3 itself. Elecraft kx3 transceiver 160m6m 10w fertiggerat qrpshop. Hackrf one 1mhz6ghz sdr platform software defined radio development board pc66. Softwaredefinedradio sdr architecture for versatility kx3. Like all the elecraft tuners, the antenna tuner in the kx3 is fast and wide range. Amateur radio programs for apple macos category is a curation of 89 web resources on, macicomcontrol, rumlog, spek. Ham radio deluxe software radio amateurs best asset. Elecraft kx1 radio transceiver for sale online ebay. The elecraft k3, kx3, and kx3 are all sdrs, but they dont come with a gui. Elecrafts new kx2 stealth transceiver can go wherever your imagination takes you. Many software defined radios use embedded computers which have limited storage, can be difficult to upgrade and rely on desktop computers for user interface and display. The advantages of this approach are that learning the functions and usage of the various buttons and knobs is fairly easy. Thanks to stateoftheart construction techniques, its only 5. To retrieve your new key, visit the following website to check for your replacement key.
May 16, 2019 elecraft k4 overview a directsampling sdr youll love to use our new k4 harnesses the latest in signal processing while retaining the best aspects of the k3s and p3. The rshfiq is a radio that acts as a highperformance analog frontend for an external processing asset. Imagine the feeling you will get from your first qso when you tell the other operator that you built it yourself. In addition, i have developed an application for general public use. New elecraft k4 direct sampling sdr simonthewizard.
Thomas examines the pros and cons of the commradio ctx10 and the elecraft kx2, not the least of which in the monetary component. New operators will also benefit from elecraft s outstanding user forum, where they can feel comfortable asking questions on any amateur radio subject. New software defined radio sdrs products are popping up every few months these days so we thought wed compile a big list of available sdrs as there are a few people who were bitten by the rtlsdr bug and are now looking to upgrade. All software on this page is free for use by elecraft operators. 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. Discover the thrill of building and really understanding your own radio equipment. However, since the k3 is truly a software defined radio, the lack of soft keys might actually be limiting to the future growth potential for new features. But the kx3 is also the only compact transceiver that combines the flexibility of an sdr with a fullsize front panel and display, allowing operation with or without a computer. Dec 25, 2012 simple elecraft kx3 and powersdr configuration i have played with hdsdr and elecraft kx3 for a while. An sdr is a radio where the radio behavior is defined by software, not the user interface behavior. Jan 30, 2020 thomas examines the pros and cons of the commradio ctx10 and the elecraft kx2, not the least of which in the monetary component. The lppan is designed to plug into the k3 if output port and put i and q quadrature audio signals into your pc sound system. The softwaredefined radio sdr in which most of a ham radios functions are implemented by software is one of the most significant changes in ham radio technology since the transistor. I have built 2 k2s and am thinking very hard about purchasing a kit with the options i would like as its a great radio.
Flex6400 flex6600 flex6700 maestro powergenius xl smart sdr. Software defined radio sdr architecture for versatility kx3. Although it has a 10 watt output, elecraft doesnt describe it as a qrp transceiver, maybe because of the kxpa100 amp option. Add a software defined radio sdr to your transceiver to. Our new k4 harnesses the latest in signal processing while retaining the best aspects of the k3s and p3. The resulting user interface makes the technology transparent, allowing you to focus on working the world. Add a software defined radio sdr to your transceiver to make a realtime panadapter a panadapter allows you to see all of the radio stations currently transmitting across an entire band. Advanced remote control, host interfacing, and display with the k4, you can operate at the radio itself or from anywhere whether its your living room, back porch, or halfway around the world. This makes it possible to set up a high visibility panadapter using a computer with a sound card, sdr software, and large lcd display.
Win4k3suite for the kx3 and kx2 brings big station performance to these radios. The radio is so much more pleasant to haul than my old ft817 which required more stuff to operate and the battery was short lasting when operating. Just as the sdr design has changed the way the rig works, the new compact form factor has changed the way the operating position looks. May 16, 2019 elecraft k4 high performance direct sampling sdr modular hybrid architecture nextgeneration features, operating convenience, and style. We think youll find the k4 to be the advanced radio youve been waiting for. Dec 02, 2016 a gui does not make a radio software defined.
Although it is fully functional without a generalpurpose computer, its inelecraft will not be limited in the scope of future improvements. It was originally set up for the k3, but the latest iteration does a great job on the kx3. May 18, 2019 by simonthewizard may 18, 2019 amateur radio elecraft k4 ham radio hf radio on the air rob pe9pe sdr simonthewizard software defined radio ssb back to the netherlands again this time and with thanks to rob weve much more news about the elecraft k4 transceiver. There are also windows and os x applications that will let you do the same thing. Rx, and functionality of the radio, kudus to elecraft for the continuous improvements. The icq amateur ham radio podcast chris howard m0tchn4cth interviews eric swartz wa6hhq as he announces the new elecraft. What would happen if the entire radio were implemented in a microprocessor. Whereas the k2 is an inexpensive, digitallycontrolled. Ive owned a k1 elecraft cw qrp radio for many years. The kx2 is also a true sdr software defined radio, with full 32bit if dsp. Elecraft kx3 and kx2 win4k3suite for the elecraft k3 k3s. By simonthewizard may 18, 2019 amateur radio elecraft k4 ham radio hf radio on the air rob pe9pe sdr simonthewizard software defined radio ssb back to the netherlands again this time and with thanks to rob weve much more news about the elecraft k4 transceiver.
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