[OZAPRS] RE: DATA PLUG

[Dave Horsfall]

On Fri, 29 Feb 2008, Jim Tittsler wrote:

> It is a 6-pin mini-DIN connector.  One of the easiest (and cheapest) 
> ways to get one is to cut the cable off an old mouse or PS/2 style 
> keyboard.  This eliminates the hassle of soldering the mini-DIN 
> connector.

I've also found that you may need to reduce the diameter of the plug, so 
that it will actually fit past the case and into the socket.  This was 
certainly true for my old FT-8100 (until some pond-scum decided he needed 
it more than I did).

-- Dave
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