[W8MWA] Technical question

[Dan Ringer, K8WV]

Have you considered searching for "DB9 to USB adapter"? There are a 
large number out there. Even Walmart offers them.

Dan, K8WV

On 7/16/2014 5:06 PM, Dean Thompson wrote:
> Hi people..  I have a question regarding my Alinco DR-635T and the 
> Alinco EJ-50U TNC module.
>
> The module is a plug in unit the resides within the radio, the output 
> is via an D-Sub 9 connector on the rear of the radio.  I know some of 
> the older GPS units like Garmins and so forth had an D-Sub 9 Serial 
> connector on them, but the burning question is how do I hook up a 
> modern one.
>
> Maybe there is some form of a plug in type of GPS that will be 
> compatible with the 9 pin?..  Using the 9 pin seems outdated to me, 
> most items as we know use an USB connection.
>
> So I am open to ideas before committing myself to a purchase of this 
> item.  I would love to hear any feedback regarding this.
>
> I feel this is Bills (K8BDR) fault, as I have been seeing him floating 
> around on the APRS Google maps, in fact he is on the move as I type 
> this.. lol
>
> Hope you are all well, thank you in advance.
>
> 73 from KD8YNY
>
>
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