[ICOM] CT 17 interface

[Jim Hargrave]

Pete,

The CT-17 usually requires DTR and RTS lines to be set high. This is what
provides power to the CT-17. If the CT-17 uses external power, then this
would not be the problem. Make sure the program you are using sets one or
both of these lines high.

The DB-9 to DB-25 adapter also may not have all the lines wired. I use a
DB-25 to DB-9 adapter on my CI-V converter and it works fine. I homebrewed
my CI-V adapter back in the 1980's and it uses a DB-25 I now use it with a
DB-9 adapter.

   * 73's Jim W5IFP *


   >-----Original Message-----
   >From: icom-bounces at mailman.qth.net
   >[mailto:icom-bounces at mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of peter Jackson
   >Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 4:38 PM
   >To: icom
   >Subject: [ICOM] CT 17 interface
   >
   >
   >Hi, I have been trying to get a IC756pro3 to work with a CT17
   >interface for my pal. The interface has a 25 pin D type
   >socket/plug, will a 25 pin to 9pin adaptor work with it? I have
   >been trying to get it to work to no avail. I am familiar with
   >the rig as I have one, I built my own interface and it works
   >fine, so I do know about baud rates, addresses etc. So does
   >anyone know if the adaptors work please.
   >73 Pete G3KNU
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