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W5GA
#1 Posted : Sunday, October 27, 2024 7:26:59 PM(UTC)
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Dennis, is it possible to assign CAT commands to function keys? I have a Kenwood TS-590S, and I would like to be able to toggle between the 2 vfo's for working split while chasing DX/contesting. If possible, I don't want to use the mouse to do this. My keyboard keys are MUCH larger and more convenient than the tiny buttons on the radio are.

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73 Doug W5GA
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#2 Posted : Sunday, October 27, 2024 7:48:13 PM(UTC)
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Hi Doug:

I suppose that the function keys in the data terminal COULD be used for this, IF the VFO swap could be accomplished by sending a simple ASCII string. But I don't think LOGic will let you assign the same port to a terminal and a rig. So while the function keys would work, the radio interface probably would not.

VFO selection is something that LOGic normally supports. What rig do you have?

Tnx & 73,

Dennis WN4AZY
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Hi Dennis, the rig is a Kenwood TS-590S. I have attached the Kenwood command set manual. Also...I use a Microham Microkeyer. Their software uses virtual com ports.
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#3 Posted : Friday, November 8, 2024 2:41:39 PM(UTC)
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Originally Posted by: WN4AZY Go to Quoted Post
Hi Doug:

I suppose that the function keys in the data terminal COULD be used for this, IF the VFO swap could be accomplished by sending a simple ASCII string. But I don't think LOGic will let you assign the same port to a terminal and a rig. So while the function keys would work, the radio interface probably would not.

VFO selection is something that LOGic normally supports. What rig do you have?

Tnx & 73,

Dennis WN4AZY


Dennis, I would like to add that N1MM+ sends CAT commands to the radio quite easily (of course I don't know exactly HOW it is done). But I've been doing it for a long time. I have a K3 and a K4D here.
73, Allen N5XZ
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