microHAM MK2R User manual

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microKEYER: 2 Radio
MK2R & MK2R+
microHAM
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Version 7.6
14 August, 2010
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER PAGE
1. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................... 4
2. IMPORTANT WARNINGS .......................................................................................................... 6
3. PANEL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................... 7
Front Panel ......................................................................................................................... 7
Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................ 11
4. INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 15
Preparing MK2R for Use.................................................................................................... 15
Installing microHAM USB Device Router ............................................................................16
Configuring the USB Audio Codec and USB Voice Codec .................................................17
Configuring microHAM USB Device Router ...................................................................... 19
Creating and Using Virtual Serial Ports ............................................................................. 20
5. microHAM DEVICE ROUTER .................................................................................................. 21
Menu: Router .................................................................................................................... 21
Menu: Preset ..................................................................................................................... 22
Menu: Device .................................................................................................................... 23
Menu: Virtual Port ............................................................................................................. 25
Menu: Help ........................................................................................................................ 25
Device Configuration Tabs ................................................................................................ 26
Ports Tab .................................................................................................................... 27
Ports: CAT & 2nd CAT ....................................................................................... 28
Ports: FSK & 2
nd
FSK .......................................................................................... 31
Ports: CW ............................................................................................................ 32
Ports: PTT & 2
nd
PTT .......................................................................................... 33
Ports: Foot Switch ............................................................................................... 33
Ports: WinKeyer2 ................................................................................................ 34
Ports: Control ..................................................................................................... 35
Ports: CW and PTT from LPT (parallel port)........................................................ 35
Ports: Generate FS on LPT.................................................................................. 35
Ports: CW/PTT Steering ...................................................................................... 36
Ports: Steer FSK ................................................................................................. 36
Ports: Steer WinKey CW/PTT ............................................................................ 36
Audio Switching Tab ................................................................................................... 37
Audio Mixer Tab ...........................................................................................................44
PTT Tab .......................................................................................................................48
CW/WinKey Tab ..........................................................................................................52
CW Messages Tab ......................................................................................................53
FSK Messages Tab .....................................................................................................54
DVK Tab ......................................................................................................................55
Keyboard Tab ..............................................................................................................56
SO2R Tab ....................................................................................................................57
Accessory (ACC) Port Tab ..........................................................................................60
Functions Tab...............................................................................................................63
6. MK2R OPERATION .................................................................................................................... 65
Setting Audio Levels ......................................................................................................... 65
Configuring MK2R for your radios ............................................................................... 65
Setting Audio Levels in Windows 2000 and Windows XP ........................................... 67
Setting Audio Levels in Vista and Windows 7............................................................... 69
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Understanding Transmit (TX) Focus ................................................................................. 71
Understanding Headphone Switching ............................................................................... 72
Using Functions ................................................................................................................ 73
Understanding Interlocks .................................................................................................. 75
System Considerations ..................................................................................................... 76
External Keyboard/Numeric Keypad ................................................................................. 77
7. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................. 79
8. PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................ 80
9. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................. 80
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................................................................................ 81
APPENDIX A – CONNECTORS ............................................................................................... 82
APPENDIX B – microHAM Control Protocol ............................................................................ 85
APPENDIX C – RFI Considerations ........................................................................................ 87
APPENDIX D – Tracking ......................................................................................................... 88
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1 - FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
General:
• single USB connection (advanced mode) with LPT port for compatibility with "classic standard"
• stand alone operation without computer
• support for independent settings for dissimilar radios
• optimized operation on each radio and dissimilar modes (R1=SSB, R2=CW)
• innovative dual sound card processing
• integrated dual USB sound core (MK2R+ only)
• 16 buttons/42 lights for ergonomic function control and status display
• compatible with most standard MS Windows based logging or control programs
• DOS mode compatibility with LPT port interface of DOS based contest loggers (CT, TR, NA)
Radio control:
• integrated level converter for both radios CI-V, FIF-232, IF-232, or RS-232
• up to 57600 Baud with handshake support
• fully supports most Icom, Kenwood, TenTec, Yaesu and other radios
• optical isolation of radio control port from computer
Keying:
• optical isolation of all keying signals from computer
• intelligent keying lockouts for both radios (Band lock, Busy lock, External lock)
• hardware support for "last one wins" or "first one wins" operation
• easy switching between manual and automatic control
• independent settings for dissimilar Power Amplifiers
• Hot Switch PA protection with user defined timing
• programmable PTT assertion delay in 1ms steps
• T/R sequencer with extended capabilities
• separately sequenced keying outputs for low noise amplifier or receive antenna control
• supports dual (one per radio) or single foot switch operation
• supports separate PTT for each radio with automatic TX focus control
• supports VOX and CAT T/R switching
• wide range solid state outputs for modern PA keying or QSK PA separately for each radio
• relay isolated outputs for negative or high voltage PA control for each PA
CW:
• integrated second generation K1EL WinKey2™
• front panel speed knob
• selectable side tone capabilities with "paddle side tone" function
• nine (9) user programmable memories
• application independent contest auto-numbering
• supports PS/2 keyboard for CW transmission with type ahead
• supports PS/2 keyboard or keypad for CW “memory keyer” and control
• PS/2 keyboard or keypad CW works without computer connection
• handles multiple CW sources: WinKey2, serial port and/or LPT port with steering
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Digital (FSK/AFSK/PSK31):
• six transformers for DC isolation of sound card and radios
• selectable routing of radio outputs (VFO A/B) for each sound card channel
• low noise amplifiers for improved weak signal decoding
• front panel controls to optimize levels for each sound card channel
• front panel controls to optimize mic drive for each radio
• integrated high performance, low noise floor USB sound core (MK2R+ only)
• separate USB sound codec for digital modes (MK2R+ only)
• separate digital audio drive for each radio
• selectable sound card channel output/steering for digital audio
• application specific mono/stereo signal source handling
• dual FSK output
• supports data codes with 5/6/7/8 data bits and 1/1.5/2 stop bits
• unique, hot switch protected FSK keying
• separate PTT output for digital audio mode operation with microphone muting
• nine (9) user programmable memories (FSK)
• supports PS/2 keyboard FSK transmission with type ahead and diddle function
• supports PS/2 keyboard or keypad for FSK message playback and control
• PS/2 keyboard/keypad FSK works without computer connection
Voice (SSB/AM/FM):
• front panel headset jacks
• rear panel hand/desktop microphone jack
• front panel selection of connected microphones
• supports all microphone control functions for Radio1
• selectable preamplifier supports dynamic microphones with computer interface
• selectable preamplifier for using dynamic microphones with Icom radios
• customizable microphone routing for each state (VOX / computer PTT / foot switch) by radio
• customizable microphone routing for operation style (direct to radio / through sound card)
• Digital Voice Keyer with nine messages up to 120 seconds line and unlimited “banks”
Headphone (Receive) Audio:
• front panel headphones jacks, rear panel external speaker jack
• unique "multi-source" signal handling
• supports second sound card for audio review or “spot announcements”
• able to switch any of six (6) audio sources to either ear
1. R1 VFOA 2. R1 VFOB 3. R2 VFOA 4. R2 VFOB
5. Sound Card left channel 6. Sound Card right channel
• hardware support for independent receive audio selection by operating state
1. R1=RX, R2=RX, TX focus=R1 2. R1=RX, R2=RX, TX focus=R2
3. R1=TX, R2=RX 4. R1=RX, R2=TX 5. R1=TX, R2=TX
• hardware support for user defined "scenarios" handling (weak pileup, strong pileup, S&P, etc ...)
• front panel control of audio mix level
• configurable audio source (VFO A/B) for each sound card channel
• support for recording headphone audio (WYH - What You Hear)
• user selectable “delayed” headphone switching (100ms steps)
• independent front panel record level level control for each channel
• additional buttons for "classic" audio control R1/SPLIT/R2 or R1/MIX/R2
• easy switching between manual and automatic control
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Other:
• configurable Accessory connection with dual BCD band data outputs
• user definable presets to recall all parameters for different control programs or contests
• all parameters are stored inside the box memory and reloaded after power up
• integrated chokes and filters for maximum RFI immunity
• Metal/Aluminum case, powder coated and silk screened
• Free, no time limit firmware/software upgrades via Internet
2 - IMPORTANT WARNINGS
ALWAYS check the polarity of the 13.8 V power supply.
When changing Radio #1, ALWAYS be sure the proper microphone for the
radio is connected to the MK2R RJ45 MIC jack BEFORE connecting the DB37
RADIO cable.
If dissimilar radios are attached to MK2R or MK2R+, NEVER connect the
microphone of the Radio #2 to the RJ45 microphone jack on the rear panel.
If your radio supports firmware upload
DO NOT perform any radio upgrade through MK2R.
Remember, under Windows, microHAM USB Device Router must be running
anytime the interface is used (not just for setup). If Router is not running, the
virtual COM ports will disappear and the device cannot be accessed!
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3 - PANEL DESCRIPTION
Front Panel
B1 – POWER: Turns MK2R/MK2R+ on or off. While in operation, a short press will lock or unlock the front
panel. When locked, the LOCK light will illuminate.
B2 – MIC: Selects the microphone. When the REAR light is illuminated the microphone attached to rear
panel RJ45 MIC jack is active. Otherwise, the front panel MIC jack (3.5 mm) is active.
B3 – MODE: Selects among the operating modes defined at the SO2R tab in Router. The mode is
selected or deselected by pressing this button until the light representing the desired operating mode
is flashing and allowing it to time out. The active mode(s) are indicated by the MODE lights.
(1) – MK2R MODE status
MIX – Mix control is active.
A – Mode A selected/active
B – Mode B selected/active
C – Mode C selected/active
B4 – LEFT EAR: Selects the audio source connected to the left ear of the headphones.
(2) – Left Headphone Status
RADIO1:
A – indicates audio from VFO A of RADIO1 is connected to the left ear
B – indicates audio from VFO B of RADIO1 to connected to the left ear
SC: L – connects left channel audio from the unused sound card to the left ear
R – connects right channel audio from the unused sound card to the left ear
RADIO2:
A – indicates audio from VFO A of RADIO2 is connected to the left ear
B – indicates audio from VFO B of RADIO2 is connected to the left ear
B5 – +: Used with the B4 and B6 buttons to add (mix) additional sources to the left or right headphones.
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B6 – RIGHT EAR: Selects the audio source connected to the right ear of the headphones.
(3) – Right Headphone Status
RADIO1:
A – indicates audio from VFO A of RADIO1 is connected to the right ear
B – indicates audio from VFO B of RADIO1 to connected to the right ear
SC: L – connects left channel audio from the unused sound card to the right ear
R – connects right channel audio from the unused sound card to the right ear
RADIO2:
A – indicates audio from VFO A of RADIO2 is connected to the right ear
B – indicates audio from VFO B of RADIO2 is connected to the right ear
B7 – RADIO1: Disables automatic headphone switching if it was enabled (switch to manual mode) and
connects both ears to RADIO1. Selecting the VFO connected to each ear is accomplished by
holding the RADIO 1 button pressing the LEFT EAR (B4) and RIGHT EAR (B5) buttons. The
selection will be saved in memory. By default the left ear is connected to VFO A (left channel) and
the right ear is connected to VFO B (right channel).
B8 – BOTH: Disables automatic headphone switching if it was enabled (switch to manual mode) and
connects one ear to each radio. Selecting the VFO connected to each ear is accomplished by
holding the BOTH button and pressing the LEFT EAR (B4) and RIGHT EAR (B5) buttons. The
selected assignment will be saved in memory. By default the left ear is connected to VFO A (left
channel) of RADIO1 and the right ear is connected to VFO A (left channel) of RADIO2
B9 – RADIO2: Disables automatic headphone switching if it was enabled (switch to manual mode) and
connects both ears to RADIO2. Selecting the VFO connected to each ear is accomplished by
holding the RADIO2 button and pressing the LEFT EAR (B4) and RIGHT EAR (B5) buttons. The
selection will be saved in MK2R memory. By default the left ear is connected to VFO A (left
channel) of RADIO2 and right ear is connected to VFO B (right channel) of RADIO2
Pressing the RADIO1 (B7) and RADIO2 (B9) buttons at the same time enables automatic
headphone switching (AUTO mode). If enabled, the yellow AUTO light above the BOTH button will
be lit. Lights above the RADIO1 (B7) and RADIO2 (B9) buttons indicate receive focus. Headphone
switching is based on the configuration options and application control signals described later.
NOTE: These buttons - RADIO1 (B7), BOTH (B8) and RADIO2 (B9) - are used for headphone
control only and do not control transmit focus (select active transmitter).
B10-B13 – FUNCTIONS F1-F4: Store/Recall four independent hardware configurations or “scenarios.”
Pressing one of these buttons recalls a configuration. Pressing and holding a button stores the
current state of MK2R/MK2R+ in that “memory.” A light will illuminate adjacent to the active
configuration.
B14 – RADIO1 TRANSMIT FOCUS: Selects transmission on RADIO1 and disables automatic control of
transmit focus if it was enabled.
B15 – RADIO2 TRANSMIT FOCUS: Selects transmission on RADIO2 and disables automatic control of
transmit focus if it was enabled.
The lights below the RADIO buttons indicate which radio is selected (has focus).
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Pressing the RADIO1 (B14) and RADIO2 (B15) buttons at the same time enables automatic selection of
transmit focus (AUTO mode) and illuminates the AUTO light. The lights below the RADIO1 (B14)
and RADIO2 (B15) buttons indicate which radio has TX focus (will transmit in response to a PTT
input). Transmit switching is based on the configuration options and application control signals
described later.
B16 – LEFT: Selects the audio source connected to the left channel of SC 2 Line In (MK2R) or "USB
Audio CODEC" (MK2R+).
(4) – Recording/Digital left channel audio status
RADIO1:
A – indicates fixed level audio from MAIN of RADIO1 is connected to the left channel.
B – indicates fixed level audio from SUB of RADIO1 is connected to the left channel.
RADIO2:
A – indicates fixed level audio from MAIN of RADIO2 is connected to the left channel.
B – indicates fixed level audio from SUB of RADIO2 is connected to the left channel.
B17 – RIGHT: Selects the audio source connected to the right channel of SC 2 Line In (MK2R) or "USB
Audio CODEC" (MK2R+).
(5) – Recording/Digital right channel audio status
RADIO1:
A – indicates fixed level audio from MAIN of RADIO1 is connected to the right channel.
B – indicates fixed level audio from SUB of RADIO1 is connected to the right channel.
RADIO2:
A – indicates fixed level audio from MAIN of RADIO2 is connected to the right channel.
B – indicates fixed level audio from SUB of RADIO2 is connected to the right channel.
Pressing the LEFT (B16) and RIGHT (B17) buttons at the same time enables WYH (What You Hear). The
WYH light will illuminate and headphone audio will be connected to the Recording/Digital input - left
ear to left channel and right ear to right channel.
NOTE: Do Not Use WYH during Digital operation (RTTY/PSK/etc.). This will result in headphone
audio being sent to the digital demodulators. Performance will be compromised when
adjusting the headphone level for operator comfort.
(6) – PHONES: Output for operator headphones
Connector: 6.3mm (1/4”) stereo
TIP – Left RING – Right SHELL – Common
(7) – MIC: Microphone input (headset microphone)
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Signal RING – NC SHELL – Shield
(8) – MIX: Adjusts the level of mixing of audio from one ear into the other.
Mix is selected by the MODE button - when enabled the MIX light above the MODE button will light.
(9) – CW SPEED: Provides manual control of the WinKeyer2.
Minimum and and Maximum speeds are defined by software.
(10) – CW/FSK:
RED color indicates the CW output to RADIO1 is active
GREEN color indicates the FSK output to RADIO1 is active
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(11) – TX1: Adjusts drive level from the sound card to RADIO1
(12) – PTT1/PTT2:
RED color indicates PTT1 (RADIO1 front panel microphone jack PTT) is active
GREEN color indicates PTT2 (rear panel of RADIO1) is active
YELLOW color indicates both PTT1 + PTT2 are active
(13) – CW/FSK:
RED color indicates the CW output to RADIO2 is active
GREEN color indicates the FSK output to RADIO2 is active
(14) – TX2: Adjusts drive level from the sound card to RADIO2
(15) – PTT1/PTT2:
RED color indicates when PTT1 (RADIO2 front panel microphone jack PTT) is active
GREEN color indicates when PTT2 (rear panel of RADIO2) is active
YELLOW color indicates when both PTT1 + PTT2 are active
(16) – RECORDING/DIGITAL LEFT: Controls the left channel audio level to SC2 Line In (MK2R) or USB
Audio CODEC (MK2R+) for audio recording or digital mode operation.
(17) – RECORDING/DIGITAL RIGHT: Controls the right channel audio level to SC2 Line In (MK2R) or
USB Audio CODEC (MK2R+) for audio recording or digital mode operation.
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Rear Panel
(1) – EXT SP: External speaker or second headphones (in parallel with front panel).
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Left channel RING – Right channel SHELL – Ground
(2) – MIC: Station microphone (original) for Radio #1.
Connector: RJ45 female. If the original radio microphone uses a connector other than an RJ45 the
appropriate adapter is provided with the cable set. All microphone controls are connected to the
RADIO1 DB37 connector (pins 12-15 and 30-33).
IMPORTANT WARNING: If dissimilar radios are attached to the MK2R or MK2R+. NEVER connect the
microphone from Radio #2 to this jack.
(3) – RADIO1: Multi-pin jack for RADIO1 interconnection.
Connector: DB37 female
Detailed description is in Appendix A.
(4) – RADIO1 SUB RX: Input for constant level audio from the second (SUB) receiver RADIO1.
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Signal RING – Signal (internally connected to TIP) SHELL – Ground
(5) – RADIO2 SUB RX: Input for constant level audio from the second (SUB) receiver RADIO2.
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Signal RING – Signal (internally connected to TIP) SHELL – Ground
(6) – R1 + R2 HP AUDIO: Input for headphone audio outputs from both RADIO1 and RADIO2.
Connector: DIN6
Pin 1 – RADIO1 Left channel (TIP)
Pin 2 – RADIO1 Right channel (RING)
Pin 3 – RADIO1 Ground (SHELL)
Pin 4 – RADIO2 Left channel (TIP)
Pin 5 – RADIO2 Right channel (RING)
Pin 6 – RADIO2 Ground (SHELL)
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(7) – LPT: Input from computer LPT (printer) port.
Connector: DB25 female
(8) – OUT SC1 (MK2R only): Input from the Line Out of the computer Sound Card #1
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Left channel RING – Right channel SHELL – Ground
(9) – IN SC2 (MK2R only): Output to Line In of the computer Sound Card #2
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Left channel RING – Right channel SHELL – Ground
(10) – OUT SC2 (MK2R only): Input from Line Out of the computer Sound Card #2
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Left channel RING – Right channel SHELL – Ground
(11) – MIC SC1 (MK2R only) : Output to Mic In of the computer Sound Card #1
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo
TIP – Signal RING – Signal (internally connected to TIP) SHELL – Ground
NOTE: These four jacks (8-11) are present only on MK2R. MK2R utilizes one or two external
sound cards SC1 (for Voice modes) and SC2 (for Digital modes). MK2R+ includes internal SC1
(Voice Codec) and SC2 (Digital mode Codec).
(12) – USB: Port for connecting to the computer USB port.
Connector: USB B
(13) – PAD: Port for connection of a future external controller.
Connector: Mini DIN6
(14) – PS/2: Port for connection of external PS/2 keyboard or numeric keypad.
Connector: Mini DIN6
(15, 16) – iLINK (interLINK): Ports for connecting other microHAM devices (e.g., Station Master) to
MK2R or MK2R+.
Connectors: Mini DIN6
(17) – ACC: external multi-function I/O port (see ACC Port section of this manual)
Connector: DB25 female
Pin description is in Appendix B.
(18) – PADDLE: Paddle input.
Connector: 6.3mm (1/4”) stereo
TIP – DIT Input RING – DAH Input SHELL – Ground
NOTE: The paddle sense can be reversed using Router or application settings.
(19) – RADIO2 Multi-pin jack for RADIO2 interconnection.
Connector: DB37 female
Detailed description is in Appendix A.
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(20) – PTT IN 2: Amplifier Key line from RADIO 2.
Connector: RCA
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
NOTE: This connection is required to support VOX operation and PTT by software (CAT).
(21) – FS2: Footswitch 2 input (configurable function, by default keys RADIO2).
Connector: RCA, active when grounded.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
(22) – PAPTT2: PTT output for Radio 2 Amplifier.
Jumper selectable Solid State or RElay output.
Connector: RCA, when active goes to ground.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
If the jumper is in the SS position, the switching transistor (open
collector) is connected to the PAPTT2 jack. The transistor can
switch up to 45V/0.8A. This position is appropriate for modern
amplifiers with electronic keying. Check the manual of your
amplifier to be sure the PTT requirements do not exceed the
transistor rating. If the requirements exceed transistor rating set
the jumper to the RE position - this position connects the relay
contact to the output jack. Maximum rating for the relay is: 48V
AC/DC 1A.
TIP: All of the RE/SS jumpers are located on the bottom circuit board
just in front of the DC 12V input jack.
TIP: If you are not sure about the keying voltage of your amp or LNA,
use the RE position.
(23) – LNA2: Sequenced keying (LNA bypass or receive antenna control) for Radio 2
Jumper selectable Solid State or RElay output.
Connector: RCA, when active goes to ground.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
The output circuit is the same as shown for PAPTT2.
(24) – PTTIN1: Amplifier Key line from RADIO 1.
Connector: RCA
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
NOTE: This connection is required to support VOX operation and PTT by software (CAT).
(25) – FS1: Footswitch 1 input (configurable function, by default keys RADIO1).
Connector: RCA, active when grounded.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
(26) – PAPTT1: PTT output for Radio 1 Amplifier.
Jumper selectable Solid State or RElay output.
Connector: RCA, when active goes to ground.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
Output ratings are the same as PAPTT2
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(27) – LNA1: Sequenced keying (LNA bypass or receive antenna control) for Radio 1
Jumper selectable Solid State or RElay output.
Connector: RCA, when active goes to ground.
TIP – Signal SHELL – Ground
Output ratings are the same as PAPTT2
(28) – DC 12V: Power input.
Connector: 2.1/5.5mm coaxial
CENTRAL – Positive pole SHELL – Negative pole (Ground)
NOTE: DO NOT connect MK2R/MK2R+ to any power supply used for either transceiver.
IMPORTANT WARNING: Be sure to observe the proper polarity!
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4 - INSTALLATION
Installing MK2R consists of several steps:
1) prepare MK2R to work with your radios
2) install microHAM USB Device Router (the control and interface software)
3) configure the Windows USB Audio Devices (MK2R+ Only)
4) configure Router
5) set audio levels
Preparing MK2R for Use
1. Turn off both radios and make MK2R rear panel accessible.
2. Plug the DB37M of one radio cable set into the RADIO1 connector on the rear panel of the MK2R.
Connect ALL connectors from the cable set to the matching jacks on the rear panel of RADIO1. Each
connector on the radio interface cable is marked same as the jack on your transceiver.
3. Plug the DB37M of the other radio cable set into the RADIO2 connector on the rear panel of the MK2R.
Connect ALL connectors from the cable set to the matching jacks on the rear panel of RADIO2. Each
connector on the radio interface cable is marked same as the jack on your transceiver.
RADIO1 should be your primary radio. Only the original station microphone for RADIO1 can
be connected to the MK2R rear panel mic jack (RJ-45). Using the wrong microphone can
damage the microphone, the radio or MK2R.
4. Connect cables from PTTIN1 to the PTT out of RADIO1 and from PTTIN2 to the PTT out of
RADIO 2.
Refer to the Operator's Manual for your transceiver for the proper signal connection. PTT output is
on the REMOTE DIN for Kenwood, the Band Data jack for Yaesu (or TXGND), and ACC2 (DIN 7) or
SEND for Icom. If your transceiver does not have an RCA connector for PTT output, it will be
necessary to make the proper adapter.
IMPORTANT: This connection is required for proper VOX operation.
5. Connect the microphone for RADIO1 to the RJ45 MIC jack. If your microphone has a Foster (round)
connector, use the adapter supplied with the RADIO1 cable set.
6. If your radios have two receivers (FT-1000D, FT-1000MP, FT-2000, FT-9000, Orion, IC-7800, K3, etc.)
connect the fixed level audio output from the second receiver to the SUB RX jacks of MK2R
7. Connect the supplied headphone cable to the MK2R R1+ R2 HP AUDIO jack and plug the 6.3mm (1/4")
plugs into the headphone jack of each radio.
8. Connect your paddles to the PADDLE jack.
9. If you use a foot switch, connect the foot switch for RADIO1 to FS1 and foot switch for RADIO2 to FS2.
If you use only a single foot switch, connect it to FS1. You will configure MK2R for single or dual foot
switch operation later with the MK2R control program.
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10. MK2R only (not MK2R+) – connect two sound cards to their respective jacks
OUT SC1: connect to the output of sound card 1 (line out or speaker)
MIC SC1: connect to the microphone jack of sound card 1
OUT SC2: connect to the output of sound card 2 (line out or speaker)
IN SC2: connect to the Line In of sound card 2
To use a using a single "three port" sound card,
OUT SC1: connect to the output of sound (line out or speaker)
OUT SC2: to both jacks using a stereo "Y" adapter
MIC SC1: connect to the microphone jack of the sound card
IN SC2: connect to the Line In of the sound card
11. Connect a 12V-16V DC supply to the DC 12V jack.
Be sure to observe the proper polarity.
12. Locate the USB cable but DO NOT connect it at this time.
Installing microHAM USB Device Router
To install Router click on the Install USB Device
Router link on the installation CD or download the
most recent installation package from the web site:
www.microham.com/contents/en-us/d29.html
If you download an updated package, click on
"urouter_release_xx_xx.exe" (xx_xx is version) to
start the installation.
The Windows setup utility will start and ask into
which folder Router and its supporting files should
be installed. Note: unless you have a very strong
reason to install Router elsewhere, please accept
the default location.
When the Router installation is completed, click
"Finish" to launch Router for the first time. Then
plug in the USB cable and proceed to configuring
Router for your station and software.
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Configuring USB Audio CODEC and USB Voice CODEC (MK2R+ only)
Windows will automatically install the USB Audio Device
driver to support the USB Audio CODEC and USB Voice
CODEC in MK2R+
Windows automatically selects any newly installed audio
device as the default device for Sound Playback and
Sound recording. This is undesirable as Windows Sounds
would be played through MK2R+ and onto the air!
For Windows 2000 or Windows XP. right click on the
Speaker Icon on the task bar and select "Adjust Audio
Properties" or open "Sounds and Audio Devices" in Control
Panel and reset the Default device for Sound Playback and
Sound Recording to your computer's primary sound
device.
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For Windows Vista and 7, right click on the Speaker
Icon on the task bar and select "Playback Devices” or
open “Sounds” in Control Panel and reset the Default
Playback device to your computer's primary sound
device.
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Configuring microHAM USB Device Router
The microHAM USB Device Router (Router) program provides a Windows compatible configuration tool for
microHAM USB Devices (MK2R or MK2R+ as well as DIGI KEYER, microKEYER, CW Keyer and USB
Interfaces)and software interface to other Windows applications (logging software, digital mode software,
etc.). The software interface is provided as Virtual Serial Ports.
In order to configure and use MK2R with Windows compatible application programs, you must have
installed the USB driver, started Router, applied power to MK2R and turned the device on. Router is then
configured as required by the application (logging, control or digital mode) software.
MK2R includes an LPT (parallel) input. This connection is required for applications which do not support
the microHAM SO2R Control Protocol or provide focus control information on a serial port.
MK2R Status
When the USB driver is installed correctly and MK2R is turned
on Router will show a device tab with a GREEN check beside
the device name (micro KEYER 2R).
When Router shows a YELLOW “X” instead of a green 

, it
means the USB driver is correctly installed but MK2R is not
turned on.
When Router shows a RED “X” instead of a green 

, it means
the device is disconnected and Router does not see the USB
part of MK2R. This happens when the USB cable is unplugged
or the USB driver is not correctly installed.
Initial Setup
Router must be used to configure MK2R for proper operation. The device configuration tabs (in the red
rectangle) are used to setup each part of the MK2R.
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Creating and Using Virtual Serial Ports
microHAM Router provides a set of virtual serial ports which allow Windows applications (logging and digital
software) to work with MK2R just as they would work with "real" (hardware) serial ports.
In order to use these virtual Ports, you must first create the ports and then assign a port to each function
you wish to use (radio control, PTT, CW, FSK, etc.).
DO NOT define a port that is already in use (for example, COM1 or COM2 which are hardware ports on
many motherboards) or a virtual port that is used by another USB device. Even though Router will not allow
creating a virtual port on a COM port number which is already present in the system (like hardware COM
ports or internal modems), sometimes these ports are hidden. If a device which also uses virtual serial
ports (external USB devices, bluetooth devices, mobile phones, PDAs etc.) is not connected to the
computer when creating virtual ports in Router, the ports can overlap and will not work properly when you
connect such device.
WARNING: Before you begin to create virtual ports, attach all external devices you are using with
computer and allow them to connected to the system. Restart Router and then create virtual ports.
Virtual ports are created on the Virtual Port menu.
Create - Creates virtual COM ports. It is possible to
select more than one port at a time by holding the
Ctrl key on keyboard and clicking on COM port
numbers. Creating virtual ports may take a long time
(several tens of seconds), be patient.
Delete - Deletes any single virtual port.
Delete All - Deletes all previously created virtual
ports.
Do not delete a virtual port until all applications using
that port have been closed.
TIP: It is possible to select multiple ports at
one time by holding the Control key on
keyboard and clicking on the COM port
numbers.
TIP: If you have removed another device which used virtual ports and Router does not offer the
released COM port number, you will need to reset the virtual port bus. You can do this by deleting
all virtual ports in Router at once. Select "Virtual Port | Delete All" then create the ports again. Any
missing COM port numbers should appear.
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