PGXL to Ekekraft

W2PP

I set the baud rate but I don’t see where the serial port number goes? Anyway they didn’t connect

Peter

W2PP

Beuller. Beuller??

David Decoons, wo2x

what is Beuller?..

Screenshots of PG XL Device Configuration screens would help, along with firmware version of PG XL. Also what Elecraft? K3 and K4 handle the RS232 port differently if using the radio’s USB. Test with Elecraft USB disconnected.

For this example, assume the Elecraft is connected to port A of PG XL.

• In PG Device Configuration, make sure Flex is unchecked in Flex tab for port Elecraft is using.
• In CAT/CI-V tab check the port you are using for Elecraft and set choice to Elecraft. Set baud rate to match the Elecraft RS-232c baud. Set parity to 8,n,1
• Connect straight through RS232 female to female DB9 cable from Elecraft to Proper CAT port on PG XL. (CAT A if using port A).
• Connect RF cable from Ant1 on Elecraft to DRIVE A on PG XL
• Connect Output A of PG XL to your antenna or Tuner, or Antenna switch

This is covered is same detail in the PG XL user manual.

73 Dave wo2x

W2PP

I don’t see any where to set a unique Com port????

David Decoons, wo2x

you don’t need to. Just plug the straight through (pin 2 to pinn2, 3 to 3, and 5 to 5,) female to female DB9 cable from RS232 port on Elecraft to CAT port A on Power Genius. This is not like a PC.

W2PP

ok the Elekraft I’m using is the K4. I only see one choice of Elekraft. Should I use something else? Kenwood? Also the K4 has a female DB9 not a male. I’m using a straight M to F. No data is available?

Peter

David Decoons, wo2x

then try a null modem adapter. I had a K4 a couple of years ago and worked with the firmware engineer to ensure compatibility.

David Decoons, wo2x

check Elecraft K4 menu for the RS232 port, make sure RTS and DTR are disabled. Make sure AI (auto information) is enabled. Since it looks like the port is designed for PC control, you will need the null modem adapter.

W2PP

I’ll give it a try

W2PP

this is frustrating. I tried with null modem regular no good. What now???????

W2PP

by the way the PGXL manual is COMPLETELY wrong. The pin out referred to for the K4 on the acc is all wrong and should be corrected.

Anyway the RS232 is simply not working. I’ve tried every possible choice and none works.

Given how incorrect the manual is I think I need to be reconnected with the developer. I’ve worked with him before Can you facilitate that?

Peter

W2PP

David any thoughts?