CAT-Interfaces

WCS-xx and ADMS Programming Kits

WCS-xx Programming Kit

Program your radio conveniently at your computer, enter data for each memory, sort them and manage them in any way. If you have an Icom D-Star radio, all relevant D-Star settings can be done with this software as well. The memories can be stored on the computer as a file, printed and copied to other radios (cloning function). You can have several files open at the same time, making copying and merging data very easy. The radio is connected with the supplied cable either to a serial port or an USB port of your computer. The WCS-92 kit requires the optional adaptor OPC-1797. The programming kits are suitable for Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Windows 7. With 'wine' they are also useable under Linux.

The supplied cable can be used independently from the supplied software also for CAT control of the radio from a computer. The cable has the same function as the 'CT-62' by Yaesu or the 'CT-17' by Icom. The interface cables with USB are suitable for modern notebooks which don't have traditional serial interfaces.

CAT-Mate

CAT-Mate

Electronic port doubler for the CAT interface on FT-817/857/897
If you want to use more than one device on the CAT interface, for example logging program and antenna controller or an external keyboard. CAT-Mate provides two CAT connectors and receives CAT commands from both inputs, the reply from the radio is directed to the socket where the last command came from. CAT port activity is shown with a LED. Further the CAT-Mate has an integrated RS-232 interface, to connect to a serial port only a normal serial cable is required (replaces CT-62). The CAT-Mate does not require a power supply.

When using the CAT-MATE on a FT-857/897 you cannot use a tuner FC-30 or FC-40 at the same time. This is because the tuners require exclusive use of the CAT interface. Workaround: Use the LDG AT-897plus tuner instead of the FC-30.

Breakout Box RCA-14

Modern transceivers provide you with more ports than the United Arab Emirates! ALC, PTT, RTTY, audio in, audio out, keying, squelch, band data... All useful, all good, couldn't get along without them, but most of these functions are crammed into one or two multi-pin jacks. And even after you find the right plug, if you want to use more than one function you have to attach multiple cables to it. Cramped soldering, and the cable bundle is usually too big for the plug sleeve. Then, after you get it all hooked up, changing anything means you have to strip your station right down to the electrons and start all over again.

The RCA-14 is a breakout box for the accessory jack on most popular transceivers. It comes with cables (approx. 1m long) with the right DIN plugs and all the output are simple RCA jacks. Plug the RCA-14 into your radio's accessory jack and all of your ports are right at your finger tips. Enclosure size: 16.2 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm

The RCA-14 comes with 5 different cables: DIN-13, DIN-8, DIN-7, Mini DIN-8 and Mini DIN-6.

Compatible for any radios with the above mentioned connectors. e.g.:

• Icom: nearly all models
• Yaesu: FT 817, 857, 897, 840 and many older mdoels
• Kenwood: TS-480, 570, 2000 and many older models
• TenTec: Orion, Orion II

Cinch (RCA) cables for PTT and ALC, please see Cables and accessories.

RIGtalk USB CAT Interface

A new USB CAT interface for USB 2.0 or USB1.1, for all those PCs without COMports. Comes with a CD-ROM for true Plug & Play installation. As usual a virtual COMport is created, so that any Windows™ based rig control software that is compatible with your computer and radio may be used. The CD-ROM is complete with full installation instructions and a collection of third party (demo) software.

RIGtalk uses a convenient pocket sized USB dongle design, with a pre-wired and tested cable to fit your radio. Cables available for all Icom and Ten Tec CI-V controllable radios and newer Yaesu CAT.

microHAM USB CAT/Audio Interface II

The new USB-II interface by microHAM is an enhancement to the popular USB-interface (see above). This interface offers the usual level converters for nearly all CAT interfaces, electrically isolated lines for PTT and CW keying, an input for a squelch signal and electrically isolated audio interfaces. This makes this device ideally suited for all users who wants to run digital modes from the soundcard.

The microHAM USB-II device works with all comouters with USB interface, drivers are available for Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP, Apple Macintosh OS8/OS9/OS-X and Linux. MS-DOS is not supported.

Unlike common computer mass market "USB to Serial adapters" our USB Interfaces are carefully designed for maximum immunity from strong RFI and at the same time be "RF quiet". Each data line is low pass filtered for minimum interference. The only known product of USB chipset clock is a beat at 144.030MHz.

• No COM or LPT port necessary, just one USB port and sound card
• Complete "Computer <-> Radio" electrical isolation
• Integrated computer control port for all radios CI-V, FIF-232, IF-232, RS-232
• Squelch input for signaling to computer
• No external power adapter required
• Strong RFI immunity
• Quick change connectors
• LEDs for easy visual feedback of CAT, CW, PTT, SQL
• Metal/Aluminum case, powder coated and silk screened
• Free, time unlimited firmware/software upgrades via internet

• USB: USB 2.0 Full speed , USB 1.1 compatible
• CAT RXD, TXD, max. 57600 Bd
• CW: open collector, driven from DTR, max 30V/400mA
• PTT: open collector, driven from RTS, max 30V/400mA
• FSK: open collector, driven from DTR (requires EXTFSK from MMTTY)
• SQL input: close to ground or high (two inputs) to activate. Wired to CTS
• Size: 100mm x 25mm x 80mm (BxHxT)
• Weight: 500 g

• USB-Interface II
• CD-ROM with driver software, manual
• USB cable (A/B)
• Two audio cables for soundcard

Important: Cable to radio needs to be ordered separately!

List of cables for microHAM "digiKEYER", "USB-2" and "USB-III" interfaces

DigiKEYER List of cables and schematics

Other cables for Elecraft, TenTec etc. on request.

LCU-3 universal CAT interface for YAESU / KENWOOD / ICOM transceiver

Replaces the original level converters offered by the manufacturers. Identical function, but more affordable and smaller: integrated into the D-Sub connector, just plug it onto the COM port oy your PC. No additional power supply required.
LCU-3 ist not suitable for FT-817, use CT-62 instead.

CW-Interface for all transceivers

For PC controlled CW transmission. Two interface, either for serial or parallel port are available. The interface is connected to the port of the PC, additional power supply is not required. Includes 2m long cable with 6.3mm phoje plug.

Instructions for LCU-SER (50 KB)

Parallel interface
Supports "Logic", "CT" and many other programs, works like a simple transistor interface but with the added benefit of an opto isolated interface. No more noise loops or interferences from radio.