Computer Lenovo with Linux Mint. I just ordered Data/CAT cables for the FT-857D. Radio is set to CAT. The second I complete the connection between the radio and the computer the radio turns off. If I set the radio to Linear or Tuner, it stays on. WSJT-X is able to hear, but I can’t get the settings right. But even with the program off, the second I make the connection, with the radio set to CAT in menu 20, the radio turns off and will not turn on until I disconnect the radio, either from the USB, Digirig or radio.
What is the configuration of the Digirig you use? There was a recent discussion with the same symptoms reported:
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So the digirig I originally ordered was listed as Digirig Mobile - Logic Levels (default). Since I was using it on an FT-847 you changed it to the RS-232 version per your email on 1/19/2025. Which version is needed for the FT-857D?
If you are connecting the serial port, with FT-857D the Digirig has to be in logic levels configuration. You can use it with just audio and PTT and in that case the configuration of the serial port does not matter. More on that here:
Then I will order one set for logic levels. I don’t want to have to change the configuration just to change the radio I’m connected to .
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