Then i found a cable in the junk box that i could wire for the stereo key. New versions of wk3tools and wk3demo have been released that support winkeyer 3. Wk3demo windows test app for winkeyer3 based keyers. The navigator and the paddle will key the flex if i use the mic input, vox and usb mode. If needed, get the ftdi driver before attaching the usb cable to your wk. The mac laptop was connected to the winkeyer using a usb cable. F 9262006 this document describes the assembly, checkout, and hook up of the k1el winkey usb keyer kit with a version v1 pcb. Winkey is a very simple tool that enables you to setup hotkeys and thus launch your favorite applications or open some userdefined folders in a. Wk1serial, wk2serial, wklite, wkusb, wkmini, and wkusbsmt. Radio configuration at the bottom of the window there is a transceivers section which includes two dropdown lists where you set your radio type radio 1 and radio 2. Wk3demo now allows you to generate rtty transmit directly. Dec 14, 2011 signalink usb windows xp updated with all service packs on a custom built pc winkeyer works in standalone mode.
Winkeyer with ham radio deluxe dm780 flexradio community. Likewise, if you have an lpt parallel port cw interface see schematics below, you can enable it by checking the box next to lpt in the configure interfaces dialog. The decoded text is displayed on the computers monitor. This design can be powered off the pcs usb port or by batteries. Ic 7300 single usb cable ham radio deluxe peer support. Winkeyer is fed ascii characters from n1mm logger via com or usb ports, and converts the ascii to timed cw. Aug 15, 2019 using the winkeyer i have a memory keyer and i can use my paddle with the drake tr7. The nanokeyer is suitable as a standalone keyer or for keying the radio via the usb port by using the k1el winkeyer protocol from a connected computer and your favoured contest logging software. Installing the usb driver for wkusb steve elliott k1el 2. It is hard to find a contest or logging app that does not support winkeyer. Log4om features a very powerful open integration engine with which the user can create an unlimited number of udp inbound connections to accept messages from adif, jtdxwsjtx.
It was a very straight forward change out as the ic chip was not soldered in place. The majority of logging software supports k1els command set, but not all support the elecraft command set. For transmitting cw, the program encodes keystrokes from the computers keyboard. A notable feature is the ability to generate rtty output from paddle input with wkusb. Wkusbsmt winkeyer3 with usb interface k1el systems cw. Jul 05, 2016 ira and i helped set up the ic7300 80, 15, and 10m cw station. K1el created the winkeyer interface back in 2001 and did all the work convincing software developers to incorporate it into their applications. At the time i am writting this, the macbook pro laptop computer that i am using is running macos sierra, version 10.
Wk3tools, winkeyer3 test app, wkscan that finds out what comport your winkeyer is using, wk remote app and a software tools that is in the development stage and according to the website soon to. Winkeyer replaces pc generated morse and produces perfectly timed elements at speeds up to 99 wpm. For one thing, the winkeyer comes with an enclosure. By means of the k3ng firmware it can be also used as a computerless keyboard keyer by attaching a.
Since this is an update i am going to assume you have already been using the wk and do not need to download the ftdi driver. With the invaluable contribution of several forum members, it was the first method to have regular xp setup run from a usb disk, just like if started from a cd media. Winkeyer is intended to interface with compatible windows software and produce cw from ascii characters sent to it, avoiding cw timing problems caused by multitasking. Mrp40 is a powerful and highlyeffective ham radio software program that decodes received cw audio that has been fed to a computers sound card. There is also a winkeyer usb version that will connect right to your pcs usb port. These were written for winxp, theres no guarantee that they will work on win7 or win8. The program can interface with your radio using several ports from the computer. More than just a keyer, it is the complete cw keying solution. Simply start our com port scanner, click scan, and in a few seconds all active com ports including usb com ports will displayed. Winkeyer is a lowcost full featured external morse keyer capable of being fully. Jumping back and forth between a keyboard connected to a computer running a logging program, preloaded memories on my mfj495 and my paddles raised my.
Clicking on the configure button in the printer ports section will display the printer ports dialog. Winkeyer usb cw hrd digital master 780 settings youtube. Winkeyer ptt uses ptt provided by the winkeyer usb series of cw keyers, but also works for ssb and digital modes. Compatible with all cw software that supports winkeyer cw. Wktest legacy windows test app for winkeyer keyers. If you have a transceiver that provides rtty receive, you can communicate in rtty without a pc. Timewave navigator sound card modem timewave technology inc.
K1el created the winkeyer interface back in 2001 and did a great deal of work convincing software developers to incorporate it into their applications. Winkeyer wk uses a usb interface ic manufactured by ftdi. All it takes is a higher priority task to demand service and morse generation will be delayed which results in wrongly timed dits, dahs, or the spacing between them. Feb 26, 2018 i think you are misunderstanding our winkeyer support, its just the operating system or user interface and requires a physical winkeyer hardware to be used.
To continue on to the com port setup dialog box, click set clicking set brings up the com2 configuration dialog box, all we need to do here is click the. After some discussions with others and looking around the internet, i choose to use a winkeyer3 usb and to try out a couple of contest logging programs. Look under windows to see which virtual port was issued for com3 and set n1mm to. The main category is ham radio software for linux that is about ham radio programs for linux platform. Upgrade winkeyer2 to winkeyer3 winkeyer usb youtube. Winsetupfromusb free download latest version for windows pc. A winkeyer based device, like wkusb, attaches to a pcs usb. This works with all wk versions that have a genuine k1el winkeyer ic. I think you are misunderstanding our winkeyer support, its just the operating system or user interface and requires a physical winkeyer hardware to be used. All it takes is a long disk search or slow peripheral access to upset the intricate timing of morse letters. Finally on the k1els website under the software tab you will find some great finds.
Thats very similar to my laptop setup, which works with the software. So is the remote keyer interface software going to work with this setup. The interface configuration window can be opened by clicking on optionsconfigure interfaces menu in the main wintest window, or via the text command setup. Used a memory keyer mfj495 many times over the years for contests such as cqwwpx, field day, etc. After clicking this option, the form in the first graphic below will appear. Having my license for only 8 months with over ssb qsos and zero cw contacts in the log i wasnt a cw op but the station was available and the field day clock was running. Set the com port for wkusb, in our case we select com2. Once the setup completes you can simply plug wkusb into you usb port and it will be. And not only does the usb interface control the keyer, it also supplies the power. So i have a winkeyer usb and operate remote with a win 10 notebook pc that has only usb ports. Aclog is setup for winkeyer and configure winkeyer seems flaky. Installing the usb driver for wkusb steve elliott k1el 21616. The winkeyer usb is the perfect match as i am able to add 3 aaa batteries and take the keyer with me on outings or keep it at the desk hooked up to the pc via a provided usb cable. If a winkeyer is found it will be noted along with the wk type.
Ic 7300 single usb cable ham radio deluxe peer support forums. Installing the usb driver for wkusb steve elliott k1el 21616 do not connect wkusb to your usb port until you have read this document win7 and win8 pcs in most cases, win7 and now win8 pcs ship with the ftdi usb driver preinstalled. If thats not enough, winkeyer gives you a complete standalone keyer with speed control, message buttons, and a paddle interface. The unit comes as a kit with all smd components already on the board so there is no worry about having to deal with super small parts and the soldering headache that. With the k1el wkmgr program without aclog running, the winkeyer works fine with my radio. About winkeyer usb server the resource is currently listed in in a single category. Interfacing n1mm logger plus free software for phone. Setup here is w10, winkeyer usb in to ic7700 same setup still works fine using n1mm. The cw keying interface is powered via your pc usb port the interface and will work with or.
It will work for the first few times i hit send but then it stops working or will send once after i hit send 3 or 4 times. Timewave navigator sound card modem the navigator is a complete usb sound card modem featuring a proven usb audio sound card chip, six ftdi usb serial com ports, a k1el cw winkeyer, true fsk rtty and rig control connections for every radio. Before any attempt to set up your winkey, carefully read the manual supplied. Wkscan determine what comport your winkeyer is attached to. Fig 1 transistor orientation 12 install the usb connector j3. Cw ops using winkeyer and a decoder nashua area radio. If i read the winkeyer manual correctly, the start of transmit status byte would be. Winkeyer3 and ham radio deluxe dm780 settings for cw. I was also able to verify that both usb drivers were installed and working one for the elecraft k3 and one for the winkeyer. Using the winkeyer i have a memory keyer and i can use my paddle with the drake tr7. A short introduction to the winkeyer usb, the k1el applications to manage it and integrating it with n1mm for cw contesting.
Winkeyer ptt uses ptt provided by the winkeyer usb series of cw keyers, but. Anyone have the answer, or similar findings please. The install windows from usb project started as a challenge back in 2006 at the forum. Then i found a cable in the junk box that i could wire for the stereo key connection to the k3 and a phono plug to the winkeyer. Dec 26, 2008 for one thing, the winkeyer comes with an enclosure. If a port is set up to control a winkeyer, ptt is automatically active on the. I was able to download the correct driver based on links provided by k1el.
Hams use mrp40 to send and read qrq highspeed cw, to. You do not need to change any of the other settings on the port setup dialog. Cw ops using winkeyer and a decoder nashua area radio society. P command, also put a set of batteries into the keyer dont rely on the usb port. Set the input receive device to your soundcard usb audio codec for icom 7300 and icom. Winsetupfromusb download 2020 latest for windows 10, 8, 7.
Using n1mm logger with smartsdrsmartcat, flexcontrol, and. Usb additional spectrum setup for lppan software based spectrum scopes take the quadrature signal iq out from a software defined radio or panadapter device and processes the two signals i in phase, and q quadrature phase by digitizing the signal using an audio. One of the main advantages is this ic chip has the ability via supplied software to be upgrade over the internet. After youve completed the kit, you dont have to mess with altoid tins or other makeshift enclosures. When disconnected from the pc the wkusb will go into power saving sleep mode when not in use. The navigator completely connects a ham radio transceiver to your personal computer. I save my desired settings to the winkeyer using wkmgr. New ic chip installed i recently upgraded the ic chip in my k1elwinkeyer usb to version 3, it was only a 10.
Apr 22, 2017 new ic chip installed i recently upgraded the ic chip in my k1elwinkeyer usb to version 3, it was only a 10. It sure would be awesome if a user could put the internal k3s keyer into a winkeyer emulation mode. I love the hobby and experimenting with radios, antennas and software. In accordance with eu regulations, we insure our customers that this website does not use cookies. Keying cable, rca to radio keying plug cw a paddle will plug right into the the winkeyer. To continue on to the com port setup dialog box, click set clicking set brings up the com2 configuration dialog box, all we need to do here is click the winkey checkbox. I see neither status byte from the winkeyer to n1mm on the usb monitor. If a port is set up to control a winkeyer, ptt is automatically active on the realpanel jacks of the winkeyer, and it needs only to be cabled to the appropriate jack on your radio. Software k1el systems cw contest keyers for amateur radio.
Mar 30, 20 the winkeyer usb is the perfect match as i am able to add 3 aaa batteries and take the keyer with me on outings or keep it at the desk hooked up to the pc via a provided usb cable. Dec 24, 2018 can someone explain the winkeyer setup in aclog. The resource is currently listed in in a single category. Trouble getting dm780 to key winkeyer usb qrz forums.
This link is listed in our web site directory since saturday jan 22 2011, and till today winkeyer usb server has been followed for a total of 379 times. This interface was designed for k1eas ct and is still in use today with wintest. Signalink usb windows xp updated with all service packs on a custom built pc winkeyer works in standalone mode. The dm780 winkeyer setup window echos back exactly the text selected to send but no text actually reaches.
This could be caused by incorrect formatting or an invalid executable name. May 19, 2018 a short introduction to the winkeyer usb, the k1el applications to manage it and integrating it with n1mm for cw contesting. The pot speed range is from a minimum of 10 wpm to a maximum of 55 wpm. The silicon labs com port 4 is the icom usb driver port for connection of your radio to the computer for cat control and data transmit and receive, it is not for winkeyer. By means of the k3ng firmware it can be also used as a computerless keyboard keyer by attaching a ps2keyboard to it.
Ira and i helped set up the ic7300 80, 15, and 10m cw station. Upgrade winkeyer 2 to winkeyer 3 ham radio with k0pir. The navigator will not key or winkey operate the flex with these settings. Select the winkeyer option in the keying options section and click the configure winkeyer button as displayed in the cw setup graphic below. In k1el winkey interface protocol emulation mode the usb port will be set for 1200 baud.
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