Elecraft P3-SVGA User Manual
ELECRAFT
P3
H
IGH-PERFORMANCE
P
ANADAPTER
P3SVGA OPTION
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Revision D, September 30, 2012
Copyright © 2012, Elecraft, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
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Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Customer Service and Support .................................................................................................................. 4
Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Connections ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Firmware ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Display Setup ............................................................................................................................................ 5
Data Terminal Setup .................................................................................................................................. 7
Transmit Setup .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Text Message Entry ................................................................................................................................... 9
Beacon Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Using Macros .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Installing the P3SVGA Option Board ........................................................................................... 12
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage ........................................................................................... 12
Tools Required ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Parts Included .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Installation Procedure .............................................................................................................................. 14
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Introduction
The P3SVGA Super Video Graphics Array option adds wide screen display capability to the P3 with enhanced
data terminal operations that permits sending text from a keyboard attached to the P3, storing messages in
memory that may be recalled with a simple keystroke, and transmitting a stored message at regular intervals.
The P3SVGA features a dedicated, high-speed Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) processor that performs a 2048
point FFT in parallel with the P3’s existing processor for a much higher frequency resolution per dot on the
larger screen. The P3SVGA also includes an interface for a future USB option that will permit direct digital
mode operation via the K3 and P3 with data display on the P3 and P3SVGA screens.
The P3SVGA adds three connectors to the P3 rear panel:
the
KEYBOARD and EXT. DISPLAY connectors are active at this time. The AUX DATA connector is reserved for
future use.
The P3SVGA supports the following video resolutions:
1024 X 768
1280 X 1024
1440 X 900
1920 X 1080
The P3SVGA is a single-plug in board (see Figure 1). Only a few basic hand tools are needed (see pg 12) to
perform the installation. No soldering or wiring is required.
Turn to page 12 to install the P3SVGA option in your P3.
KEYBOARD, EXT. DISPLAY and AUX DATA. Only
For faster screen updates when using fixed tune
mode, we recommend setting the P3SVGA
resolution to 1440 x 900 or less. Note that
1440 x 900 will display correctly on
1920 x 1080 monitors.
Figure 1. P3SVGA Board Installed (P3 Top Cover Removed).
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Customer Service and Support
Technical Assistance
You can send e-mail to k3support@elecraft.com and we will respond quickly – typically the same day
Monday through Friday. If you need replacement parts, send an e-mail to parts@elecraft.com
. Telephone
assistance is available from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Pacific time (weekdays only) at 831-763-4211. Please use e-mail
rather than calling when possible since this gives us a written record of the details of your problem and allows us
to handle a larger number of requests each day.
Repair / Alignment Service
If necessary, you may return your Elecraft product to us for repair or alignment. (Note: We offer unlimited email
and phone support, so please try that route first as we can usually help you find the problem quickly.)
IMPORTANT: You must contact Elecraft before mailing your product to obtain authorization for the
return, what address to ship it to and current information on repair fees and turnaround times. (Frequently we
can determine the cause of your problem and save you the trouble of shipping it back to us.) Our repair location
is different from our factory location in Aptos. We will give you the address to ship your kit to at the time of
repair authorization. Packages shipped to Aptos without authorization will incur an additional shipping charge
for reshipment from Aptos to our repair depot
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Elecraft 1-Year Limited Warranty
This warranty is effective as of the date of first consumer purchase (or if shipped from the factory, the date the
product is shipped to the customer). It covers both our kits and fully assembled products. For kits, before requesting
warranty service, you should fully complete the assembly, carefully following all instructions in the manual.
Who is covered: This warranty covers the original owner of the Elecraft product as disclosed to Elecraft at the time
of order. 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. If the Elecraft product is being
bought indirectly for a third party, the third party’s name and address must be provided at time of order to ensure
warranty coverage.
What is covered: During the first year after date of purchase, Elecraft will replace defective or missing parts free of
charge (post-paid). We will also correct any malfunction to k its or assembled units caused by defective parts and
materials. Purchaser pays inbound shipping to us for warranty repair; we pay shipping to return the repaired
equipment to you by UPS ground service or equivalent to the continental USA and Canada. For Alaska, Hawaii, and
other destinations outside the U.S. and Canada, actual return shipping cost is paid by the owner.
What is not covered: This warranty does not cover correction of kit assembly errors. It also does not cover
misalignment; repair of damage caused by misuse, negligence, battery leakage or corrosion, or builder modifications;
or any performance malfunctions involving non-Elecraft accessory equipment. The use of acid-core solder, watersoluble flux solder, or any corrosive or conductive flux or so lvent will void this warranty in its entirety. Also not
covered is reimbursement for loss of use, inconvenience, customer assembly or alignment time, or cost of
unauthorized service.
Limitation of incidental or consequential damages: This warranty does not extend to non-Elecraft equipment or
components used in conjunction with our products. Any such repair or replacement is the responsibility of the
customer. Elecraft will not be liable for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, including but not
limited to any loss of business or profits.
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Operation
Connections
Power
Connect the P3 directly to a 10 to 15 VDC power source capable of providing at least 700 mA. You may use the
K3
12VDC OUT power connector if it is labeled 1.0 A MAX SWITCHED. Older K3’s were limited to 500 mA,
which is adequate to power the P3 without the SVGA, but not the P3 with the SVGA option enabled. If your
K3’s
12VDC OUT is limited to 500 mA, you can install, or have Elecraft install, the K3 12V Output Current
Modification kit to increase the current available to 1 Ampere. Order the K312MDKT.
Monitor
Connect your SVGA monitor to the EXT. DISPLAY connector on the P3 rear panel.
Keyboard
Most PC keyboards using an USB connection will work with the P3 SVGA. Apple keyboards are not supported
at this time. Plug the keyboard into the
KEYBOARD connector on the P3 rear panel.
Firmware
Your P3 must have firmware version 1.20 or later and the SVGA must have firmware version 1.10 or later
installed. To check the firmware versions, turn the P3 on, tap
Rev. The current P3 firmware revision is shown on the P3’s internal screen. Turn the SELECT knob to SVGA
, and then tap it again to enter the SVGA sub menu. Turn the SELECT knob to SVGA FW and tap the
menu
knob again to display the revision of the SVGA firmware installed.
If needed, see Firmware Upgrades in your P3 Owner’s Manual for information on how upgrade your firmware.
MENU and then turn the SELECT knob to FW
Display Setup
Tap MENU and then turn the SELECT knob to SVGA menu. Tap the SELECT knob enter the sub-menu.
SVGA Display On/Off
The external display is activated automatically when the P3 is turned on. You can turn the external display off
or on from the SVGA sub-menu. In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the
the
SELECT knob again to toggle between SVGA on and SVGA off.
SVGA Firmware Version
In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the SELECT knob to SVGA FW and then tap the SELECT knob again to
display the installed SVGA firmware version.
SELECT knob to SVGA en and then tap
Set Resolution
In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the SELECT knob to SVGA res and then tap the SELECT knob again. Turn
the
SELECT knob to select the desired resolution.
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Spectrum Display Fill
This setting fills the space below the spectrum line or leaves it open (see Figure 2). It does not have any effect
on the waterfall display or the spectrum display on the P3’s internal screen. In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the
SELECT knob to SVGA fill then tap the SELECT knob to toggle the fill on or off.
Figure 2. SVGA Spectrum Display Fill.
SVGA Font Size
In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the SELECT knob to SVGA font and tap the SELECT knob again. Turn the
SELECT knob to change the font size. Three sizes are available, 0, 1 and 2, shown in the upper left of the
internal P3 display. The change will appear after a brief interval on the SVGA monitor so you can see the effect
of the change without leaving the menu.
SVGA Waterfall Color Bias
In the SVGA sub-menu, turn the SELECT knob to SVGA waterfall color bias and tap the SELECT knob
again. Turn the
The change will appear immediately on the SVGA monitor waterfall display so you can see the effect without
leaving the menu.
SELECT knob to change the bias value (shown in upper left corner of the P3 internal display).
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