Connections .............................................. 7; Tape Recorder Connections; Transceive Function; Connecting To A Pc - Icom IC-R8500 Instruction Manual

Tape recorder connections

The [REC OUT] jack has 350 mV rms/4.7 kΩ output
for connection to other audio equipment.
[REC REMOTE] jack: Grounds when a signal is
received and squelch opens. If a tape recorder has
a control terminal, this jack can be used for record-
ing control. (2 A/DC max.)

Transceive function

Icom CI-V transceivers or receivers can be connect-
ed via the [REMOTE] jack. The frequency and mode
become the same* when either radio is changed.
Connect to [REMOTE] jack
• Be sure the "CIV TRAN" item is turned ON in initial set mode (p. 32).

Connecting to a PC

The IC-R8500 can connect directly to a personal
computer providing control of multiple functions such
as instant frequency/name programming using
appropriate software. See pgs. 35, 36 for the control
command table.
Personal computer

Data demodulation terminal

See p. 16 for details regarding connection and opera-
tion.
[REC
REMOTE]
[AUX IN] or [REC OUT]
350 mVrms
[LIVE IN] jack
4.7 k
A DB9/DB25 adapter may be
required depending on the PC's
connector.
IC-R8500
Convenient:
When an optional UT-102
installed, detected frequencies during scanning can
be recorded. See pgs. 31, 32 for settings.
* When a set frequency is out-of-range for one of the con-
nected transceivers or receivers, the connected radio's
frequency/mode does not change.
RS-232C
cable
13
25
CONNECTIONS
SCAN SET
is
VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT
IC-R8500
3.TXD (data output)
2.RXD (data input)
8
1
14
20 6
2
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