[CQ-Contest] TS-940S Computer Control

[Dan Ransom]

I, too, have had difficulty with computer controlling my Kenwood 
TS-940S CONTEST radio with an IBM Clone and the K1CC KIY universal 
interface.  

I tracked the problem to "operator error!"  I must somewhat 
sheepishly admit that, in my haste to get on line, I was not paying 
close attention when I inserted the 5 pin DIN plug into the back of 
the TS-940S.  The keyway on the plug does NOT prevent you from 
inserting the plug incorrectly.  I found that the DIN plug can be 
inserted in almost any rotation with reference to the radio's jack.  
As a result, Pin 1 could be on Pin 2, Pin 2 on Pin 3, etc...!

BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN YOU INSERT THE DIN PLUG INTO THE BACK OF THE
TS-940S!

I no longer "feel" for the DIN plug to "fall" into the jack when 
connecting the KIY interface.  I pull out the radio, look at the 
keyway on the plug, look at the keyway on the jack, match the two 
keyways by sight (not by feel), then insert the DIN plug.

This method always works, though it requires a bit more effort to pull out the 
radio and turn it around to view the back panel. 

I hope this helps!
Dan Ransom K7MM
RANSOM at FOLEY.GONZAGA.EDU
(509) 328-4220 X3825 Voice
(509) 324-5904 Fax  

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