[Trlog] TR-Log USB question

[Scott L.]

I am thinking about operating QRP Field Day in 2009 out in the field, and
using TR-Log.


Since I don't want to use a generator, but I do want to use a computer, I
would like to know if it is possible to use

TR-Log and key the rig thru a USB port.  And, is it possible to get high
quality paddle generated CW using a USB port?  I am willing to buy a
converter, if necessary, to get this to work, hopefully for less than $100.

 

My current laptops have parallel ports, but they use about 50 watts.  That
won't work in the field unless I buy a 120 amp hour batter, which kind of
defeats the purpose.  So, I am thinking of buying a new laptop, but it looks
like these are hard to find if you want a parallel port.  The XO-1 "one
laptop per child" looks interesting for this purpose.

 

I know this is probably in the archives "somewhere", but my three attempts
to find the answer came up dry.

 

TIA.


   Scott W6CT