[TenTec] Computer Interface

[Tim Long]

  AMEN to that!
73, Tim, W2UI

On 12/5/2010 10:03 AM, Hank Garretson wrote:
> On Sun, Dec 5, 2010 at 5:11 AM, Michael Kincaid<w7fkf at fast.net>  wrote:
>
> I have an old OMNI VI and would like to interface a computer logging program
>> and maybe some data applications. What product(s) on the market would list
>> members recommend?
>>
> Absolutely none!  Save your money.  Run RS-232 from computer to Omni.  Run
> audio-in and out from Omni to computer sound card.  Build a one-transistor
> CW interface.
>
> Many people who buy the supposed plug-and-play interfaces end up pulling
> their hair out with both hardware and software configuration problems.
>
> You're a ham.   Do it yourself.  Save time.  Save money.  Gain
> satisfaction.  Have more fun.
>
> 73,
>
> Hank, W6SX
>
> Mammoth Lakes, California
>
> Elevation 8083 feet in John Muir's Range of Light
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