Yaesu VX-8GR Operating Manual page 164

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The VX-8GR allows connecting a computer COM port to the DATA Jack, and enables the
following functions. Refer to refer to "APRS/GPS Set Mode Item 15: COM PORT SET-
TING" for the details.
Displays the location data (Lat/Lon) of the after-market GPS receiver on the dis-
play.
Outputs the location data (Lat/Lon) of the built-in GPS receiver unit.
Outputs the Waypoint data of the received APRS beacon.
Refer to the illustration below, connect the optional CT-143 PC Connection Cable be-
tween the COM port of your Computer and the DATA Jack on the VX-8GR.
DATA Jack
CT-143 PC Connection Cable
To VX-8GR
2.5-mm 3-pin P
TXD (Serial data output: VX-8GR
RXD (Serial data input: VX-8GR
GND
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C
COM Port
(Option)
CT-143 Cable Connections
PC)
PC)
D-SUB 9-P
N.C.
TXD (Serial data output: VX-8GR
RXD (Serial data input: VX-8GR
N.C.
GND
N.C.
Connected to pin
Connected to pin
N.C.
VX-8GR O
To PC
PC)
PC)
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