[WriteLog] Writelog and IC7800 problem

[Barry]

Thanks for the note, Gary.  Not only did I need to change WL to a number 
rather than Auto, I had to do the same thing in the 7800's menu.  
Changed it from AUto to 9600 and all is fine now.
73,
Barry

Gary Senesac AL9A wrote:
> I think you need to make a change in the [PORTS] section of the writelog.ini 
> file.  From the WriteLog help file:
>
> There are 4 "slots" available for WriteLog rig interfacing. By default, 
> CommSlot1 is COM1:, but you can change that by changing the number on the 
> right of the equal sign. These settings are not used for RTTY or for packet
> CommSlot1=1
> CommSlot2=2
> In this example, the third and fourth slots are on COM7 and COM8. COM15 is 
> as high as is supported.
>
> CommSlot3=7
> CommSlot4=8
> If you are using COM7 you must reassign that port to the numeric range of 
> 1 - 4 for WritLog to see the radio.  Also, do not use Auto for the baud 
> rate.  Pick a number from the list - 9600 usually works ok for most radios.
>
> 73,
> Gary AL9A
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Barry" <w2up3 at verizon.net>
> To: <WriteLog at contesting.com>
> Sent: July 24, 2007 2:48 AM
> Subject: [WriteLog] Writelog and IC7800 problem
>
>
>   
>> Just got a new radio and setting up with software.
>>
>> I set the 7800 in the Setup box, but WL (10.53E) doesn't see the radio.
>> Using COM7 and Auto for Baud.  It works fine in DX4WIN, so I know my
>> port settings, cabling, etc. are correct.  What am I missing?  Does the
>> baud rate or Icom address (6A) need to be speciified somewhere?
>> Tnx,
>> Barry
>>
>> -- 
>>
>> Barry Kutner, W2UP             Newtown, PA
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