[Elecraft] Yaesu M.D. 100 on a boom

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

As long as the MD100 or the base has a standard 8 pin plug/socket,
matching connectors are available to make an extension cable.  Check
www.packetradio.com for the connectors (CE8 and and CBC8).

According to the schematic for the MD-100 you only need pin 8 (mic
audio), pin 7 (mic return), pin 6 (PTT) and pin 5 (ground/shield)
in the cable.  If you have access to "Heil wire", it is very good
for the extension - use the twisted pair for pins 7/8, the single
wire for pin 6 and shield for pin 5.

73,

   ... Joe, W4TV


On 9/30/2015 12:04 PM, edwin weider wrote:
> I use a Yaesu   MD100 desk Mic with my K-3.  It is connected to the front microphone socket currently. I'm a quadriplegic in a wheelchair which prevents me from getting as close to the microphone as I would like to. I would like to mount my current microphone on a boom or gooseneck and continue to use the PTT and lock button on the base of the MD100.  I can operate those buttons fine.   Question one: is there any way to make a cable, or is one currently available commercially, that would screw into where the microphone screws into the base of the MD 100 ? Is there a coupling I could use ? Thus I could use the buttons on the base.If that is not possible, I could just unscrew the microphone, get a microphone cable that fits the K-3.  I could then have someone make a simple switch that would plug into the PTT socket in the back of the K-3.  Any recommendations on such a cable.   That way I would not need to purchase a new microphone.  The MD100 works fine.
> If it's not possible to continue using the MD100, I assume other microphones and cords are compatible with the K-3. Then I can purchase a desk switch or have someone make one.
> Appreciate any insight,
>
>
> Ed  WeiderK2EDW                                                                                                                                                                         		 	   		
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