[Elecraft] Does the KXUSBa (USB to 3.5mm) Have a Level Converter Inside?

[Ken Alexander]

Hi All,

I'm thinking of using a KXUSB cable for CAT control of an FT-817ND. The 
817 apparently cannot use RS232 straight from a computer (as the K2 
couldn't as I recall) and requires a level converter.  However, I have a 
handful of KXUSB cables now and was wondering if using one with my 817 
will be as simple as making an adapter to go from the 3.5mm plug to the 
8-pin mini-DIN that plugs into the 817.

So, long story short; can I go straight from a KXUSB to an FT-817 
without a level converter or do I need to add one inline.  I'd prefer 
not to find out the hard way!  :-)

Many thanks,

Ken Alexander
VE3HLS