[Elecraft] Updated docs - K3-to-Yaesu_Quadra_Inter-wiring

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

The correct connector - DIN8/262 used to be available from DigiKey. 
It was the CUI SD-81.  Here's a comparison of the "standard" DIN8 
and the DIN8/262: 

   DIN8/270:  http://www.cui.com/pdffiles/SD-80.pdf
   DIN8/262:  http://www.cui.com/pdffiles/SD-81.pdf  

CUI still lists the SD-81 but it is no longer shown in inventory 
at DigiKey.  

Universal Radio in Columbus, OH (www.universal-radio.com) still 
shows the "Kenwood DIN 8" for $5.99 (not exactly a "good" price) 
and other Yaesu dealers should have it in their service department 
(if they still have service departments).  The RF Connection also 
lists the DIN8/262 for $1.00 but there have been many complaints 
about the quality because the insulation appears to melt before 
the solder does <G>.  

73, 

   ... Joe, W4TV 
 



> -----Original Message-----
> From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net 
> [mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Tom Hammond
> Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2009 10:20 AM
> To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] Updated docs - K3-to-Yaesu_Quadra_Inter-wiring
> 
> 
> 
> I have just updated some of the information for the 
> documentation of my K3-to-Quadra Inter-wiring which is on my web site.
> 
> Mainly, the updates were to WARN potential users of the info 
> about the 'GOTCHA' with regard to using the appropriate 8-pin 
> DIN plug required by the Quadra's BAND DATA 1 connector.
> 
> The Quadra REQUIRES that you use a 262-degree pin pattern 
> 8-pin DIN plug at this location, rather than the more 
> commonly available 270-degree pin pattern plug.
> 
> The 262-degree DIN plug is commonly referred to as a 
> 'horseshoe pattern' plug, but it is NOT always stocked by 
> many electronics houses.
> 
> If you attempt to use a 270-degree pattern plug in the 
> 262-degree pattern socket, you will likely break the socket!!!
> 
> Anyone who has downloaded previous versions of these docs, 
> might want to update to the latest version.  And, as 
> available, I will try to (eventually) provide a source 
> listing for the connectors required for this interface cable. 
>  At present, I can find all of the connectors BUT the 
> 262-degree plug, and I'm still looking for a source for that 
> connector.  Once I find a source, I will add that info to the docs.
> 
> IF YOU KNOW OF A RELIABLE SOURCE FOR THE 2620-DEGREE 8-PIN 
> DIN PLUG, PLEASE DROP ME A NOTE WITH THE INFO.
> 
> Revised docs are available at:
> 
>     http://www.n0ss.net/k3-to-quadra_11jul09.pdf
> 
> This is 1.3 MB file.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Tom Hamond   N0SS
> 
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