Elecraft P3 SVGA Instructions - Manual (Page 3)

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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: KEYBOARD , EXT. DISPLAY and AUX DATA . Only
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 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.
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.
Figure 1. P3SVGA Board Installed (P3 Top Cover Removed).