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Features of the RIGblaster Plus
  • Works will over 2000 different radios as supplied.
  • Works with any computer that has sound and USB or serial connections.
  • Supplied with both a standard DB9 RS232 serial cable and USB cable interface (supported for Mac (OS9,10), Linux, Windows (98SE - Vista 32 and 64 bit)! May be used old or new computers with your choice of USB or RS232 DB9 serial.
  • Complete with 8pin screw on and RJ45 radio mic. cable compatibility. (4pin round screw on mic connector adaptor kit available as an option).
  • Fully automatic operation; your mic. always works, your computer always works, no manual switching, no plugging or unplugging.
  • No extra manual switches needed, two DPDT relays for true automatic operation unlike other sound card interfaces.
  • Simpler operation than the other brands, you never have to remember to push un-needed switches to make your station work.
  • PTT override feature; your mic. can always override the computer, perfect for contesting or SSTV operation.
  • PTT interrupt feature; your mic. can stop the computer program, our innovation.
  • Automatic switching between your mic. and the computer; never a hot mic.
  • You may always leave it connected, your computer and radio work exactly like they did before, no bypass switch required.
  • In addition to the PTT keying circuit there is a fully isolated CW/FSK keying output for direct keying of your rig's CW or FSK jack for use with non-sound card software, no other interface has this.
  • Input for control of the additional fully isolated CW/FSK keying circuit as well as the PTT circuit is jumper selectable between serial port control pins: RTS, DTR, and TXD.
  • Internal diagnostic RTS, DTR and TXD LEDs show at a glance what the serial port is doing, check if other brands have this.
  • Rear panel RCA PTT switch / foot switch jack that enables the PPT override and interrupt, another exclusive.
  • Proven performance, over 30 Thousand on-the-air! Compatible with almost every radio and every sound card equipped computer.
  • Works with EVERY present or future ham radio sound card program!
  • Properly matched and RF suppressed audio for your radio.
  • Fully isolated transmit audio and PTT keying, unlike other interfaces that have little or no isolation.
  • Easier hookup thanks to our fully isolated audio and computer keying circuits.
  • Far and away the easiest to use, most complete and up to date CD, included for free.
  • Supplied with everything that you need to get on the air with sound card software.
  • Effective RFI suppression to eliminate RF in the audio, proven in over 30,000 installations.
  • Positive and fully automatic PTT control supported almost 100 ham programs, no illegal or spurious signals due to built in sound card VOX operation.
  • Leaves your computer's sound functioning exactly as before unlike external sound chip interfaces.
  • Supplied in sturdy 1/16" aluminum case, powder coat painted and silk screened. No plastic pill boxes, sharp edges or plastic coated metal.
  • Double sided 1/16" fiberglass plated through, solder masked and silk screened printed circuit board. Stainless steel and black anodized stainless steel hardware.
  • The only interface with available quick change mic. cables to easily switch to 6 pin Modular (Yaesu) or 4 pin screw on mic. connector radios. (RJ45 and 8 pin round cables included).
  • Connectors for all wires with no wires sticking through holes to get frayed and break loose.
  • Limited one year parts and labor guarantee, you pay only one way shipping.
  • Step by step illustrated instruction manual on CD.
  • Extensive online support.
  • The best support, telephone and E-mail support 5 days a week 8 hours a day on any question you have, hardware or software.
  • Power supply included, no charge. Your choice of 120 VAC or 230 VAC
  • Station 12 VDC power powere instead of using the included power suppy is an option: see our support page.
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