# \#os-ios

**URL:** https://forum.digirig.net/tag/os-ios/304.md

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## [Digirig and Xiegu G90, iFTX and iPhone?](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-and-xiegu-g90-iftx-and-iphone/10635)

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**Author:** [@K9swe](https://forum.digirig.net/u/K9swe)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 3:02pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-and-xiegu-g90-iftx-and-iphone/10635 "2026-07-26T15:02:07Z")

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Thinking I should be able to use the digirig with my G90 and the iFTX app on my iphone/ipad. From what I understand it uses VOX and not cat control. But how do I hook it up and what are the settings on my iPhone and G9…

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## [Digirig 891 on iPad?](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-891-on-ipad/10567)

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**Author:** [@IDBill](https://forum.digirig.net/u/IDBill)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 9:10pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-891-on-ipad/10567 "2026-06-11T21:10:31Z")

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I bought the 891 with cables. I got it briefly working on Windows 11 but, I’m not a PC kinda guy.. neither computer nor Politically Correct :smiley: That said, if I didn’t kill the goose with that statement.. I’m wond…

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## [Digirig VOX PTT & iphone 12 with RadioMail](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-vox-ptt-iphone-12-with-radiomail/4988)

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**Author:** [@VA7BC](https://forum.digirig.net/u/VA7BC)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 8:42pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-vox-ptt-iphone-12-with-radiomail/4988 "2026-04-25T20:42:43Z")

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I have been using the RadioMail app on my iPhone 12 mini successfully with a Mobilinkd TNC4 and an ICOM IC-92AD. Instead of the Mobilinkd, I’d like to try the connecting the iphone to the radio with a DigiRig VOX PTT ca…

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## [Digirig and IC-706MKIIG](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-and-ic-706mkiig/10429)

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**Author:** [@PhilBrownWE7A](https://forum.digirig.net/u/PhilBrownWE7A)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 7:37pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-and-ic-706mkiig/10429 "2026-04-03T19:37:35Z")

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Gals & Guys - I need some FT8 /IC-706 Help. Radio is a IC-706MKIIG. I bought a new Digirig Mobile unit from the manufacturer and the two sets of cables they recommended for the 706. I’m running iFTx on my iPad, choosing…

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## [Using iPhone 16 with DR-891 or DigiRig Lite](https://forum.digirig.net/t/using-iphone-16-with-dr-891-or-digirig-lite/4891)

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**Author:** [@Chris\_Hoffman](https://forum.digirig.net/u/Chris_Hoffman)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/using-iphone-16-with-dr-891-or-digirig-lite/4891 "2026-03-11T20:18:23Z")

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I have an FT-891 with a DR-891. It works well with a windows 10 laptop for digital modes. I now have an iPhone 16 with a USB-C connector. I want to use the iPhone 16 in place of a laptop with an app (iFTx) for FT8. C…

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## [Digirig lite immediately engages PTT when plugged in](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-lite-immediately-engages-ptt-when-plugged-in/10362)

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**Author:** [@KE9BPC](https://forum.digirig.net/u/KE9BPC)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2026, 4:30pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-lite-immediately-engages-ptt-when-plugged-in/10362 "2026-03-09T16:30:25Z")

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Hi, I received my new digirig lite the other day and started testing it today. Unfortunately, I’m having an issue where it always engages PTT when powered on, regardless of whether or not any audio is being output. Tha…

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## [KX2 / Digirig (DR891) to iPad - iFTx](https://forum.digirig.net/t/kx2-digirig-dr891-to-ipad-iftx/10149)

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**Author:** [@K6KWI](https://forum.digirig.net/u/K6KWI)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 25, 2025, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/kx2-digirig-dr891-to-ipad-iftx/10149 "2025-12-25T19:34:13Z")

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Hi all, I’m wondering if anyone has been able to get KX2 / Digirig (DR891) to iPad - iFTx working? I hooked it up but have had no success in getting the audio to come / go over between the iPad & KX2. Any guidence w…

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## [Digirig to Elecraft KX3 and Macbook Pro](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-to-elecraft-kx3-and-macbook-pro/10127)

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**Author:** [@djhones](https://forum.digirig.net/u/djhones)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2025, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-to-elecraft-kx3-and-macbook-pro/10127 "2025-12-13T18:50:38Z")

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After 4 hours…time to reach out. I’m new to the KX3 and after 4 hours of manuals, searches and YouTubes still nothing. I would like to have the KX3 connected to FT8 using Digirig Mobile and a MacBook Pro. Not new to FT…

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## [Yaesu FT-70D HT -\> Digirig Lite -\> iPhone 16 -\> Radio Mail](https://forum.digirig.net/t/yaesu-ft-70d-ht-digirig-lite-iphone-16-radio-mail/9916)

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**Author:** [@royord](https://forum.digirig.net/u/royord)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 31, 2025, 5:03pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/yaesu-ft-70d-ht-digirig-lite-iphone-16-radio-mail/9916 "2025-10-31T17:03:12Z")

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Just trying to connect to local winlink using radiomail: Digirig-Lite (Digirig Lite – digirig) Yaesu HT Cable (Yaesu HT Audio/PTT Cable – digirig) Yaesu FT-70D iPhone 16 with USB-C RadioMail 1.5.0(1) I’m wondering …

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## [Digirig mobile and IPhone 17 pro max](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-mobile-and-iphone-17-pro-max/9740)

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**Author:** [@KE9CYY](https://forum.digirig.net/u/KE9CYY)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 31, 2025, 1:06pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-mobile-and-iphone-17-pro-max/9740 "2025-10-31T13:06:04Z")

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Hello, I have a Digirig mobile, digirig usb-c to usb-c cable and ptt cable for Yaesu HT can I use this with my iPhone 17 pro max ?

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## [Detailed description of digirig lite connection to Baofeng uv-5r and ipad](https://forum.digirig.net/t/detailed-description-of-digirig-lite-connection-to-baofeng-uv-5r-and-ipad/9754)

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**Author:** [@K2PHD](https://forum.digirig.net/u/K2PHD)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 31, 2025, 12:27am UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/detailed-description-of-digirig-lite-connection-to-baofeng-uv-5r-and-ipad/9754 "2025-10-31T00:27:29Z")

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Can anyone supply a detailed description of a digirig lite connection to Baofeng uv-5r and ipad using the radiomail ap

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## [iPhone + DigiRig Lite VARA FM Modem Options for RadioMail](https://forum.digirig.net/t/iphone-digirig-lite-vara-fm-modem-options-for-radiomail/9713)

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**Author:** [@brian\_warn](https://forum.digirig.net/u/brian_warn)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 4:05pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/iphone-digirig-lite-vara-fm-modem-options-for-radiomail/9713 "2025-10-07T16:05:51Z")

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This is a question better suited for the RadioMail user forum, but I want to know from the Digirig Lite community if anyone has an answer first. Per the Digirig Lite Setup Page, I have my iPhone, Digirig Lite, adapter c…

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## [FT8 w/digirig via FT857 and iPhone14 or iPad](https://forum.digirig.net/t/ft8-w-digirig-via-ft857-and-iphone14-or-ipad/9657)

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**Author:** [@Don1](https://forum.digirig.net/u/Don1)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 25, 2025, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/ft8-w-digirig-via-ft857-and-iphone14-or-ipad/9657 "2025-09-25T14:47:11Z")

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I purchased the Digirig mobile and the cables to operate Cat control on my FT 857. I also purchased an extra cable to connect to my iPhone and iPad. However, after performing all the settings on the FT 857, I cannot get …

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## [Using Digrig Mobile with Elecraft KX2 and iFTX on iOS](https://forum.digirig.net/t/using-digrig-mobile-with-elecraft-kx2-and-iftx-on-ios/6744)

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**Author:** [@sririe](https://forum.digirig.net/u/sririe)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2025, 3:08am UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/using-digrig-mobile-with-elecraft-kx2-and-iftx-on-ios/6744 "2025-06-06T03:08:43Z")

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Has anyone used the Digirig Mobile with an Elecraft KX2 or KX3 using the iFTX app on iOS (iphone/ipad)? If so, what settings are you using on the radios to make this work? I’ve tried multiple settings and can’t get it to…

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## [Can I connect via USB-C from my iPad Pro to my FTM 500/400/510](https://forum.digirig.net/t/can-i-connect-via-usb-c-from-my-ipad-pro-to-my-ftm-500-400-510/6372)

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**Author:** [@ka9zrz](https://forum.digirig.net/u/ka9zrz)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2025, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/can-i-connect-via-usb-c-from-my-ipad-pro-to-my-ftm-500-400-510/6372 "2025-05-20T21:19:46Z")

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I want to be able to connect to to my iPad Pro using radio mail to my 400/500/510 using the Digi rig. Is that compatible will it work? I don’t wanna have to use a computer any longer. I want to use a tablet. Will that wo…

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## [Baofeng uv-5r and ipad](https://forum.digirig.net/t/baofeng-uv-5r-and-ipad/6236)

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**Author:** [@K2PHD](https://forum.digirig.net/u/K2PHD)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 6:24pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/baofeng-uv-5r-and-ipad/6236 "2025-05-07T18:24:00Z")

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Looking to connect baofeng uv5r to digirig and apple ipad

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## [iPhone lightning cable to Digirig](https://forum.digirig.net/t/iphone-lightning-cable-to-digirig/3555)

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**Author:** [@W8rjd](https://forum.digirig.net/u/W8rjd)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 10, 2025, 5:19pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/iphone-lightning-cable-to-digirig/3555 "2025-04-10T17:19:41Z")

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I want to use my iPhone to do FT8 on POTA activations. I have a lightning to usb-c cable. Does anyone know if I can connect my lightning cable to my digirig? Is it compatible with iOS through a lightning cable? I’ve sea…

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## [Digirig withiPad and iFTx](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-withipad-and-iftx/5464)

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**Author:** [@g7orh](https://forum.digirig.net/u/g7orh)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 25, 2025, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-withipad-and-iftx/5464 "2025-02-25T00:24:46Z")

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Hi I am considering venturing into FT8. Noobie here. Will Digirig plus iFTx give me FT8 running through a iPad to a Yaesu FT891? Just looking for something simple / portable Thanks

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## [Looking for DigiRig Lite / DigiRig VOX PTT testers on iOS](https://forum.digirig.net/t/looking-for-digirig-lite-digirig-vox-ptt-testers-on-ios/4261)

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**Author:** [@wh6az](https://forum.digirig.net/u/wh6az)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 31, 2024, 7:31pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/looking-for-digirig-lite-digirig-vox-ptt-testers-on-ios/4261 "2024-12-31T19:31:41Z")

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I’ve completed the implementation of an AFSK 1200 modem in RadioMail, the Winlink email application for iOS. It allows you to connect to packet Winlink gateway from an iPhone or iPad using only the DigiRig Lite on iPhon…

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## [Digirig mobile + Ipad Mini (usb-c)?](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-mobile-ipad-mini-usb-c/4400)

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**Author:** [@staticvoid](https://forum.digirig.net/u/staticvoid)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2024, 4:40pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-mobile-ipad-mini-usb-c/4400 "2024-09-12T16:40:59Z")

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I’m thinking of picking up an Ipad Mini for ham radio (and other things - I realize it’s not ideal (eg. android, etc.) but wondering if the dr mobile with work with it?? Thanks in advance for any thoughts…including - “d…

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## [Digirig Lite 1.2 w/ iOS + USB-C to Lightning adapter?](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-lite-1-2-w-ios-usb-c-to-lightning-adapter/3853)

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**Author:** [@KQ4QCM](https://forum.digirig.net/u/KQ4QCM)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2024, 1:43am UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-lite-1-2-w-ios-usb-c-to-lightning-adapter/3853 "2024-08-10T01:43:32Z")

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Has anyone tried the Digirig Lite 1.2 with iOS and a USB-C \> Lightning adapter like this one? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CG197TYR I’d like to to use the DR Lite w/ the Radiomail (for winlink) and iFTx (for FT8) iOS ap…

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## [Digirig on HTs & mobile phone](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-on-hts-mobile-phone/4023)

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**Author:** [@KO6CGS](https://forum.digirig.net/u/KO6CGS)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 22, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/digirig-on-hts-mobile-phone/4023 "2024-07-22T14:23:46Z")

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I’m interested in using my Digirig Mobile for FT8 on 2m. I have two HTs available—Icom ID-52A & Baofeng UV-5R—and mobile phones from both Android (w/ FT8CN) and iOS (w/ iFTx). I also have the Digirig data cables that go …

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## [Elecraft KX2/KX3, iPhone/iPad, digirig, Apps](https://forum.digirig.net/t/elecraft-kx2-kx3-iphone-ipad-digirig-apps/3607)

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**Author:** [@WF4Z](https://forum.digirig.net/u/WF4Z)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2024, 4:03am UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/elecraft-kx2-kx3-iphone-ipad-digirig-apps/3607 "2024-05-04T04:03:59Z")

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What experience have you had using digirig with iPhone or iPad and Elecraft KX3 and KX2? What iOS or iPadOS apps have you used for digital modes and/or CAT control and/or logging with that combination? In the past I use…

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## [FT8 and CAT via IPAD+DIGIRIG](https://forum.digirig.net/t/ft8-and-cat-via-ipad-digirig/2525)

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**Author:** [@6K2LND](https://forum.digirig.net/u/6K2LND)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 2:23pm UTC](https://forum.digirig.net/t/ft8-and-cat-via-ipad-digirig/2525 "2023-10-24T14:23:03Z")

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Hello OM, I’m considering simplest configuration with DIGIRIG for FT8 and CAT. Is there any IOS app to enable CAT(Computer Aided Transceiver) feature on TX-500 or FT817 via DIGIRIG? If you share your experience, I’ll ap…
