[Elecraft] KPA500 cables needed

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

> That ACC jack tip is for an INPUT to the FT-857/897. I.e., grounding
> this input puts the radio into a CW transmit mode for tuning an
> external tuner.

Not according to the FT-897 Operating Manual, page 18 (Rear Panel
Connections).  This may be yet another case of blatantly incorrect
data in Yaesu's manuals but I referred directly to the manual before
posting the information.

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV

On 8/10/2011 7:04 AM, Phil & Debbie Salas wrote:
> "The FT-897 has an "extra" TX GND signal on the tip of the ACC jack.
> A cable with stereo 3.5mm plug to RCA plug can be used to connect
> the ACC jack to the KPA PA Key jack ... an off the shelf 3.5mm stereo
> to 2 x RCA cable can be used for ALC and PA Key if desired."
>
> That ACC jack tip is for an INPUT to the FT-857/897.  I.e., grounding this
> input puts the radio into a CW transmit mode for tuning an external tuner.
> The ring is ALC.  You must use the miniDIN8 connector for amp keying.
>
> Phil - AD5X
>
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