I assume that rigblaster has a relay or switch internally to switch rig input audio away from microphone audio over to computer audio. A dvd of the rigblaster software collection is the standard media. Some of the features of the rigblaster advantage which put it ahead of the competition include. West mountain radio rigblaster pro computerrig interface. Read the software help file to ensure it set to communicate ptt control to the serial port that is connected to the serialcom rs232 inout a on the rear of the rigblaster pro. West mountain radio rigblaster pro computer rig interface. The sound blasteraxx control panel pc and mac software lets you calibrate and customize every aspect of the sound blasteraxxs sound and voice settings to get the most out of your audio. You will be able to operate any soundcard based digital mode that your radio could not otherwise operate. West mountain pro rigblaster pro owners manual pdf.
Feb 04, 2014 choosing a backup generator plus 3 legal house connection options transfer switch and more duration. Rig control, fsk keying and sound operation is supported using two serial ports or when using two separate programs. Aug 18, 2015 i presume you have the correct software driver installed and cabled correctly including the cativ from the rigblaster to the 756 pro. True keyed cw fully isolated cw keying output for direct keying of your rigs cw. I pulled the rig blaster out of line and uninstalled the port drivers and since we only had 1 comport in the computer i hooked up an edgeport usb to 2 comport unit waited for win 7 to find it and no problem. Rigblaster pro rbprc west mountain radio universal radio.
After going through the well written manual, installing the correct jumper block for kenwood radios, and hooking up the cables, i was up and running with the. Rigcat is a rig control system similar to hamlib that was developed specifically for fldigi. A builtin zoom capability makes graphical measurements especially effective. Page 7 yaesu radios that have din jack ttl cat capability for controlling yaesu radios with appropriate rig control software.
I have been using the rigblaster pro computerrig interface for a long time. It has been a good and rock solid interface without any issues. When ordering online, in the comments section of the order form, type in request 2 cd set. A rigblaster pro is the only way to do everything you can do with a computer and a radio. West mountain rbadvantage 580121288 digital sound cards, rb. I have been able to get the rig blaster pro working on other modes. This device is designed to connect your radio audio, and control lines to and from your computer in a safe and effective way. Back to my qrp roots with the yeasu ft 817, ldg z817, rigblaster advantage, dell 8 win 8. An update i made the interface cable for psk and rtty from a comport to the accy 1 jack in the back of the rig just like i use. When used in conjunction with appropriate software, it allows the operator to. Introduction this document is intended to provide insight and understanding on how an icom radio can be connected to a pc running common logging and operating ssb, digital software.
Fully isolated fsk keying output for direct keying of your rigs fsk jack. A rigblaster pro is the easiest way to properly connect your radio to a computer so. Rigexpert antenna analyzers, transceiver interfaces. Mrp40 is a powerful and highlyeffective ham radio software program that decodes received cw audio that has been fed to a computers sound card. I like the rig blaster pro or maybe one of the signallink units. A rigblaster is the easiest way to properly connect your radio to a computer so that you may operate using over 100 existing and future ham radio sound card software programs. Open the rigblaster and remove all jumpers from the internal jumper blocks. Hello all, i am new to this forum and i am need of some technical help with my rigblaster pro and ft847, i have purchased a ct39a interface cable so i can run vhf packet, in the rig blaster pro manual there is no mention of vhf packet, i am confused to how to connect it up. Ive played with a signalink usb with its builtin soundcard, but today ill focus on configuring a west mountain radio rigblaster data jack plug and play, to work with fldigi on linux. West mountain radio rigblaster pro i monitoring times. A rigblaster pro is the easiest way to properly connect your radio to a computer so that you may operate using over 100 existing and future ham radio sound card software programs.
Fully isolated cw keying output for direct keying of your rigs cw. Hams prefer rigexpert portable lightweight analyzers with superior performance. Rigblaster pro schematic industrial electronic components. We have 1 west mountain radio rigblaster advantage manual available for free pdf download.
Jan 14, 2018 back to my qrp roots with the yeasu ft 817, ldg z817, rigblaster advantage, dell 8 win 8. The rigblaster advantage has been designed with you, the digitalmode operator in mind. I have been using the rigblaster pro computer rig interface for a long time. Other rigblaster models, the plus and the pro have automatic switching. The following is the essential information youll need to get your rig interface connected, up and running with ac log and my contesting software. Apr 19, 2014 an update i made the interface cable for psk and rtty from a comport to the accy 1 jack in the back of the rig just like i use. West mountain radio rig control cable for icom civ. It has many outstanding features which will at the same time enhance and simplify your operating. The rigblaster pro is the ultimate interface for phone and digital operating. Presently available ham radio sound card software, a rigblaster. Internal sound card generates audio completely independently from pcs sound card single plug and play usb cable connection to pc no separate rig control cable or power supply needed mic input with ptt override and interrupt for automatic switching between voice and digital modes includes instant setup connectors and cables for microphone. This led may be on with the rigblaster pro turned off if the serial port to the pc is connected and the dtr line of that serial port is active.
If youre a serious gamer and you need exceptional audio without breaking the bank, the sound blaster tactic3d rage usb gaming headset is just what you need. Jan 29, 2011 hello all, i am new to this forum and i am need of some technical help with my rigblaster pro and ft847, i have purchased a ct39a interface cable so i can run vhf packet, in the rig blaster pro manual there is no mention of vhf packet, i am confused to how to connect it up. This is a new multimode, multiplatform software for radio amateurs. Sound blaster sound blasteraxx control panel free pc and. For basic amateur radio sound card operation the rigblaster pro is easier to. Antenna analyzers are designed for testing, checking, tuning or repairing antennas and antenna feedlines.
Rigblaster pro west mountain radio sound card interface. Clad in brilliant red shielding and featuring glowing led lighting that will be the highlight of any power gaming rig, sound blaster zx is the bad boy of the sound blaster zseries ultrahighperformance sound cards. As a matter of fact, i have two of them, one for the markv and one for the pro iii. This device is designed to connect your radio audio, and control lines to and from your computer in. Specific jumpering on the p16 jumper block inside the rigblaster pro is. I am certainly happy as i stated and combined with hrd dm780 it makes it a wonderful product. To get started with rig interface, youll need the necessary interface hardware to connect your rig to your pc. Rigblaster pro audio processing software worldwidedx radio. This video covers the menu changes needed on the icom 7000 when either used with the turbo tuner icom. The sound blasteraxx pc and mac software lets you calibrate and customize every aspect of the sound blasteraxxs sound and voice settings to get the most. With powerful 50mm drivers and sbx pro studio technologies, it delivers superior gaming audio thats backed by decades of legendary sound blaster expertise. Put your rigblaster pro on ebay and just connect your pc sound card directly to the line in and line out ports on the k3 and adjust the levels as needed. My solution uses the rigblaster pro as the interface between the icom and a laptop with a real serial port de9 connector.
True constant current battery capacity test with results graphically displayed, constant power testing supported with extended software upgrade rigblaster advantage builtin catciv rig control interface, works with over 2500 radios, front pane. This jack is for use with nonsound card software using serial dtr control. Start the program that you have installed and have working. I just want to select ssb, using my program of choice for digital modes, and be.
Alternately, the collection of software programs may be individually downloaded here. I use the advantage with an imac and macbook pro, with my kenwood ts2000 transceiver, along with fldigi software, to handle digital radio communications. For running two separate software programs, one for sound card ptt switching, cw and rtty and another program for rig control you may opt to use two serial. Im interested in hearing opinions, preferences and advice about the various realtime audio processing software that is available and compatible with the rigblaster pro. Download ham radio deluxe software, user guides, manuals. Nov 02, 2008 im getting that rig in a few days and have been totally unable to get my icom 725 set up with the rig control after trying every possible solution. You may also need to set the software to use the serial rts pin. West mountain radios rigblaster pro west mount radio has a device called the rigblaster pro. West mountain radio rigblaster nomic digital moderig control. The west mountain radio rigblasters series provides the easiest way to properly connect your radio to your computers sound card so that you may operate using any present or future ham radio sound card software. Go to that softwares configuration menu consult the software docs or help file and setup the software to use the com port that your rigblasters serial cable is plugged in to. May 11, 2020 west mountain radio rigblaster advantage digital mode rig control interfaces are designed to properly connect your radio from the microphone to a computer usb connector, allowing you to operate using over 100 existing and any future ham radio sound card programs. The sound blasterx ae5 is a sabreclass hiresolution pcie gaming sound card and dac with xamp, a brand new discrete headphone amp utilizing biamplification technology.
Running sound card based dsp software will turn the pro in to a high performance transmit mic. Icom 7000 menu settings turbo tuner for icom radios mobile to rig blaster base digital written settings are below please hit more to see. Oct 14, 2015 rig control is possible along with sound card ptt control and cw keying on a single serial port using hamscope or mixw software. Rigexpert aa230 zoom the analyzer is designed for measuring swr standing wave ratio, return loss, cable loss, as well as other parameters of cable and antenna systems in the range of 100 khz to 230 mhz. West mount radio has a device called the rigblaster pro. There is a small issue here when the rig is powered on and the rigblaster is off, the ptt voltage from the rig is getting back into the rb, and causing the power led to glow dimly. Rigblaster pro configured to take rcv audio from the mic connector using jumpers on p1 irrelevant but listed for the sake of completeness. Im getting that rig in a few days and have been totally unable to get my icom 725 set up with the rig control after trying every possible solution. Quickstart guide, user manual, and support documents.
West mountain radio rigblaster advantage digital moderig control interfaces are designed to properly connect your radio from the microphone to a computer usb connector, allowing you to operate using over 100 existing and any future ham radio sound card programs. It uses command response definitions that are found in various rig. West mountain pro rigblaster pro owners manual pdf download. West mountain rbadvantage 580121288 digital sound cards. West mountain radio rigblaster advantage manuals manuals and user guides for west mountain radio rigblaster advantage. Output to the rig is accomplished out the back of the rigblaster pro through the 8pin cable 8pin modular rj45 to circular screwon 8pin to a yaesu ct69 connector, which adapts an 8pin to the modular 6pin rj11 that is required by the ft100d. Hardware and software basics there is a whole plethora of hardware available for hooking serial, usb, and sound card audio up between your pc and your radio. Choosing a backup generator plus 3 legal house connection options transfer switch and more duration. Icom 7000 menu settings turbo tuner for icom radios mobile. If you are unable to use dvd media, you may request the software on a two 2 cd set. West mountain radio rigblaster pro digital mode rig.
Connectivity is demonstrated to show how communications between the radio and pc can be implemented. This quick start is only intended to get you on the air with one program and one. It actually serves as a nice reminder that the rig is on when im upstairs. This modification will supply your rigs 12 vdc power across the p1 block.
Rig control is possible along with sound card ptt control and cw keying on a single serial port using hamscope or mixw software. It delivers astonishingly pristine audio, and also proudly displays the aurora reactive lighting system with its 16. Sound blaster zx archived products creative labs united. Reduce the cable count between rig, pc, and rigblaster eliminate the need for a wall wart 12 vdc power source to the rigblaster before beginning. Page 34 verify audio transmit tones from the pc and that the level indicator on the rigblaster pro is lit. True constant current battery capacity test with results graphically displayed, constant power testing supported with extended software upgrade rigblaster advantage builtin catciv rigcontrol interface, works with over 2500 radios, front pane. West mountain radio rigblaster pro digital moderig control interfaces are the easiest way to properly connect your radio to a computer. Updated for windows 10 ham radio sound card software. Top of the line single radio interface to a pc with rig control. Without the correct com port setting see page 12 in the manual and that cable it cannot read the rig frequency and control the rig you need at least 2 cables from the rig blaster to the rig istself see page 69 in the manual.
The decoded text is displayed on the computers monitor. For running two separate software programs, one for sound card ptt switching, cw and rtty and another program for rig control you may opt to use two serial ports instead of one. The rigblaster nomic is a radiocomputer interface device used by amateur radio operators to connect their analog radio transceiver to their computers analog sound inputs and outputs. Help needed rigblaster pro vhf packet worldwidedx radio forum. The easiest way is to adapt an existing rig xml file for a rig that is similar to. Sound blaster tactic3d rage usb sound blaster creative. Rigblaster pro quick start instructions master instruments. With an impressive 116db snr and bursting with highgrade hardware and software features, this complete home entertainment audio system is hard to beat.
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