not sure about the flex, but the k3 is software defined in the sense that 
many of its functions are done with a processor and software.  However, this 
is all contained within a traditional radio chasis.  It has real knobs and 
buttons.

I think I'm geting ready to buy another as soon as I can scrape up the cash.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Fiorello" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2011 8:09 PM
Subject: I have to ask


> Hi folks;
> I made the mistake of going to a local radio club meeting the other
> night.  They were demonstrating software defined radio.  Someone had I
> believe a plex 3000 and a laptop.  Got all the usual stuff about how
> great the display was but when they started discussing the fact that you
> had to set up virtual cables I lost it.  I guess I too am a certifiable 
> ot.
> Has anyone tried playing with one of these things and a screen reader?
> Sounded like he used hrd for somethings and the software that came with
> the radio for others.
> On a more sain note, someone also suggested that the k3 was also a
> software defined radio.  Can the k3 be used all by itself without a pc
> connected?
> Thanks
>
> -- 
> richard