[Kenwood] IF-232C Interface

[Darrell Drake]

Hi Conrad....
    I'm using a Kenwood TS-950SDX with an IF-232C interface here. What 
exactly do you need to know? There is a cable which terminates with 6 pin 
DIN plugs at both ends, an RS-232C socket, and a co-axial jack for 
12VDC at 150mA  power to the IF-232C.
    The 6 pin DIN plugs into the DIN socket on the IF-232C and into the 6 
pin DIN socket (ACC.) on the rear of the transceiver. A regular serial 
computer cable, NOT null modem, plugs into the RS-232 socket of the IF-232C 
and  connects to the computer, usually COM 1. Take the 12 VDC from your 
shack P/S or use an appropriate size wall "wart".
    Then all you have to do is set up your software program. The IF-232C 
works with most, if not all, Kenwood transceivers which have CAT control. It 
certainly works with the TS-950SDX.
Hope this info helps.
Darrell,
VA3DG/VE3DDG

Some Help Please?
I have a Kenwood TS-950SDX.  I also have a DELL computer.  I would like to 
match the two as provided for in the operating manual.  I have talked to 
guys selling their IF-232C's on this wonderful net and when I try to buy 
one, either no one has a manual or the manual doesn't specify if it is for 
what kind of Kenwood radio.  I didn't know they were made for different 
Kenwood model numbers.  I am at a loss, as I have ran into the same problem 
on E-bay.  Trying to buy a part that is out of production and not being sold 
new anywhere, causes a problem. Who has the where-with-all to advise us in 
these matters.  I would appreciate it very much if someone in the know would 
step forward and see if you can clear the mud away from this subject. I will 
be forever grateful for any help you can be.  If you need any more 
information, let me know.  In the Kenwood operations manual it refers one to 
the IF-232C manual for information.  When I speak to someone that has a 
IF-232C manual, they say the information isn't there.  There is a new one on 
E-bay right now but I hesitate to buy it for fear of buying the wrong thing. 
Time is of the essence,  I would appreciate your help.
Thanks to all those friends that sent me ads of people selling IF-232C's.
Regards
73
Conrad
WV3DQD