Timewave continues to support its legacy hardware. The latest versions of PK-Term are designed specifically for the MBX and DSP models. It provides a multi-window interface that allows you to monitor the VHF packet channel while operating HF RTTY simultaneously. 2. XPWin (by Creative Services Software)
If you have the daughterboard upgrade, updated software allows for much finer control over digital signal processing filters.
Keeping your software updated ensures that this legendary piece of "Grey Box" engineering stays on the air for another decade.
XPWin has long been a favorite for PK-232 users. Its recent updates have focused on "fixing" the display scaling issues found in high-resolution monitors. It remains one of the most stable platforms for the MBX version of the TNC. 3. LP-Term
If you are moving from an older version to a modern update, follow these steps to ensure you don't "brick" the communication link:
If you are upgrading a previous version of PK-Term or XPWin, uninstall the old version first. Older DLL files can sometimes interfere with the newer executable.
Understanding the PK232MBX Software Update: Features and Installation
If you are using a USB adapter, ensure you have the latest FTDI or Prolific drivers . 90% of "software update" failures are actually driver-related.
If the updated software doesn't show your COM port, check the Windows Device Manager. Modern software can usually handle ports up to COM99, but some older "updated" versions still require the TNC to be on COM1 through COM4. The Future of the PK-232
Modern software packages for the PK-232MBX now allow for seamless integration with ADIF logging standards. Top Software Options for the PK-232MBX
Timewave continues to support its legacy hardware. The latest versions of PK-Term are designed specifically for the MBX and DSP models. It provides a multi-window interface that allows you to monitor the VHF packet channel while operating HF RTTY simultaneously. 2. XPWin (by Creative Services Software)
If you have the daughterboard upgrade, updated software allows for much finer control over digital signal processing filters.
Keeping your software updated ensures that this legendary piece of "Grey Box" engineering stays on the air for another decade.
XPWin has long been a favorite for PK-232 users. Its recent updates have focused on "fixing" the display scaling issues found in high-resolution monitors. It remains one of the most stable platforms for the MBX version of the TNC. 3. LP-Term
If you are moving from an older version to a modern update, follow these steps to ensure you don't "brick" the communication link:
If you are upgrading a previous version of PK-Term or XPWin, uninstall the old version first. Older DLL files can sometimes interfere with the newer executable.
Understanding the PK232MBX Software Update: Features and Installation
If you are using a USB adapter, ensure you have the latest FTDI or Prolific drivers . 90% of "software update" failures are actually driver-related.
If the updated software doesn't show your COM port, check the Windows Device Manager. Modern software can usually handle ports up to COM99, but some older "updated" versions still require the TNC to be on COM1 through COM4. The Future of the PK-232
Modern software packages for the PK-232MBX now allow for seamless integration with ADIF logging standards. Top Software Options for the PK-232MBX