True, BUT - K3 Utility's Port tab contains a "Test Communications" button that works very well to confirm that the computer is connected to the K3 and the right port is selected on the computer.
Yes, HRD will do that verification too, but it is much more involved to set up than K3 Utility. If you are going to actually use HRD, then Dave's suggestion is a good one. 73, Don W3FPR David Robertson wrote: > Phil, > > It is very important that you be certain that whatever you use to get a RS232 > connection from your computer to the K3 is good. > Running HRD (Ham Radio Deluxe) is a good test. Have your K3 set at the > highest baud rate it can do because that is what the K3 utility is going to > use. > > When upgrading your firmware do not do anything on the computer until the > up-date is finished. Clicking around your Desktop or going to other > applications in your computer during the up-date can result in a time slice > in the process which can corrupt data. > > Enjoy your K3! > > ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
