[TenTec] OT somewhat

[Bob McGraw - K4TAX]

Basically it is the one you choose.  Some offer more features and some are 
more complex while others are easy to use.  Be assured the everyone will 
have their personal opinions and findings.  Pick a free one, try it and if 
you don't like it, dump it.  Then go for another free one.   Basically they 
all work and work well.  Just that some tie to logging programs, DX spots 
and such while others don't, and some can control the radio functions, 
frequency, mode, and etc. although  usually by RS-232 communications.

One key is the interface between the computer and the radio that can make 
things work or not work.  I personally choose the 712 USB Soundcard 
Interface from Tentec.  The software in the computer handles all the audio 
levels and commands and there's only one cable to use between the computer 
and the radio.  I have a true RS-232 cable between the computer and radio to 
handle radio controls and commands.   "True" RS-232 means not using a USB 
serial conversion system.  Some of those work, some don't work well. 
Depends on the chip set and the computer operating system that can get 
messy.

73
Bob, K4TAX




----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John Molenda" <cdistflatfoot at gmail.com>
To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec at contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 21, 2012 1:52 PM
Subject: [TenTec] OT somewhat


> Hi folks , I am looking at getting into digital work with my Orion II .
> What software program can you guys recommend .  I guess I am looking for
> a easy to use program that can decode many different modes .  thanks for
> your input .  John kb2huk
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