RigExpert ham radio interfaces

Description

RigExpert transceiver interfaces (TI) for ham radio stations let you control your ham radio station remotely with your PC. RigExpert interfaces have many sustainable competitive advantages:

• • CAT system support
  • two separate audio channels with separate controls
  • CW manipulation output
  • RTTY & FSK modes are supported

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Here is a quick comparison chart between different types of RigExpert ham radio interfaces

All models contain: Transceiver CAT system, PTT & CW outputs, PTT, CW & CAT activity LEDs. Other functions:

Function	RigExpert WTI-1	RigExpert TI-7	RigExpert TI-8	RigExpert TI-3000	RigExpert TI-5000
Computer connection	Wi-Fi	USB
Built-in sound card	+
Internal CW keyer	WINKEY-compatible	–	WINKEY-compatible	–	WINKEY-compatible
FSK output	+			–	+
In/Out volume adjustment potentiometers	+		–	+
S/PDIF optical I/O	+			–	+
USB hub output	+			–	+
Additional COM port	+			–	+
Microphone and footswitch inputs	–				+
Additional PTT or CAT output	+			–	+
Support for any transceiver model	+
Enclosure	Plastic	Metal
Availability	Discontinued			Available

Transceiver Cables for RigExpert Interfaces Ti-3000 and Ti-5000

Cable type	Supported transceivers
IC-001	Icom IC-707, IC-275, IC-721, IC-725, IC-726, IC-728, IC-729, IC-732, IC-735, IC-736, IC-737, IC-738, IC-756 (all models), IC-761, IC-765, IC-775, IC-781, IC-7851, IC-970, IC-7600, IC-7610, IC-7700, IC-7800
IC-002	Icom IC-703, IC-706 (all models), IC-718, IC-7000 (using DIN-13 ACC socket), IC-7200, IC-7300, IC-7410, IC-9100
IC-003	Icom IC-746 (all models), IC-7400
TS-001S	Kenwood TS-570S, TS-570D, TS-590S, TS-2000, TS-2000X, TS-B2000
TS-002	Kenwood TS-850, TS-950
TS-003	Kenwood TS-480HX, TS-480SAT
TS-004	Kenwood TS-450, TS-690, TS-140
TS-005	Kenwood TS-870S
TS-006S	Kenwood TS-990S
YS-001	Yaesu FT-100, FT-817, FT-817ND, FT-857, FT-857D, FT-897, FT-897D
YS-002S	Yaesu FT-1000MP, FT-1000MP Mark-V, FT-2000, FT-2000D, FT DX 5000, FT DX 5000D, FT DX 5000MP (using PATCH and AF OUT sockets)
YS-003S	Yaesu FT-1000, FT-1000D
YS-005	Yaesu FT-450, FT-450D, FT-991
YS-006	Yaesu FT-950, FT DX 1200, FT DX 3000
YS-007S	Yaesu FT-1000MP, FT-1000MP Mark-V, FT-2000, FT-2000D, FT DX 5000, FT DX 5000D, FT DX 5000MP (using PACKET and AF OUT sockets)
YS-009S	Yaesu FT DX 9000, FT DX 9000D,  FT DX 9000MP (using PACKET and AF OUT sockets)
TT-001S	Ten-Tec Orion
EL-001S	Elecraft K3
EL-002	Elecraft KX3

RigExpert TI-3000 Transceiver interface (for ham radio operators)

RigExpert TI-3000 is a new and powerful USB transceiver interface based on high-quality stereo codec IC, for operating phone, CW and digital modes using a personal computer.

TI-3000 provides:
Transceiver audio interface
Analog audio interface is a connection to transceiver audio output (external speaker connector or line output) and transceiver audio input (microphone connector or line input). Audio interface enables operating digital modes, as well as other useful functions (such as measuring levels of a signal from the air) by using a computer. Input (two channels) and output volume levels are adjusted by potentiometers on the front panel of the device.

CAT interface for various transceiver models
CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) system provides control of transceiver frequency, operating mode and other functions by computer software. Normally, modern transceivers have serial (with various signal levels) link providing CAT interface. In RigExpert TI-3000, CAT interface port is recognized as a COM port by computer software.

PTT and CW output functions
Transceivers provide PTT (Push To Talk) and CW (Continuous Wave) keyer inputs to allow setting the transmitter on or off. In RigExpert TI-3000, PTT and CW outputs are assigned to the RTS and DTR lines of a separate COM port.

Plug-and-Play configuration

Windows/MacOS/Linux compatible
Compatible with any HAM Radio software: MixW, MMTTY, WSJT, etc.

General features:

• Transceiver audio interface for operating digital modes
• CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) system
• PTT and CW outputs
• CW keyer

Computer connection:

• USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector
• Powered from the USB port (consuming 100 mA maximum)
• No external power supply needed

Transceiver connection:

• Single 25-pin connector for transceiver cable
• Various transceiver models supported

Audio interface:

• Insulated from digital nets
• Maximum input/output amplitude is 1V
• Input/output samplerate: 8 to 48 kHz
• True 16-bit DAC/ADC used
• Volume levels are adjusted by the front panel potentiometers

CAT serial port:

• Baudrate: 300-115200 baud
• Electrical compatibility: RS-232, CI-V, TTL or inverted-TTL (Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood, Ten-Tec, Elecraft and JRC transceivers)

PTT/CW outputs:

• PTT output: open collector and TTL-level
• CW output: open collector
• Maximum current is 50 mA

System requirements:

• Desktop or laptop computer with USB 1/2/3 compliant port
• MacOS/Linux/Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10 (32- or 64-bit) operating system
• No drivers required for systems on Windows 10/MacOS/Linux
• For Windows 7 and previous versions of Windows only FTDI drivers are required

Supported software:

• MixW 2/3/4
• MMTTY, MMSSTV
• WSJT, WSJT-X, WSPR
• all other soundcard software!

Dimensions: 145 x 110 x 40 mm

Weight: 200 g

Operating temperature: 0…40 °C

Warranty: 2 years

GTIN code: 4820185420273

RigExpert TI-3000 is made in Ukraine.

 

RigExpert TI-5000 Transceiver interface (for ham radio operators)

RigExpert TI-5000 is a new and powerful USB transceiver interface based on high quality stereo codec IC, for operating phone, CW and digital modes using personal computer. All in one through a single USB port. Ideal interface for FT8 and WSJT modes!

TI-5000 provides:

Transceiver audio interface

Analog audio interface is a connection to transceiver audio output (external speaker connector or line output) and transceiver audio input (microphone connector or line input). Audio interface enables operating digital modes, recording and playing voice, as well as other useful functions (such as measuring levels of a signal from the air) by using a computer. Input (two channels) and output volume levels are adjusted by potentiometers on the front panel of the device.

CAT interface for various transceiver models

CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) system provides control of transceiver frequency, operating mode and other functions by computer software. Normally, modern transceivers have serial (with various signal levels) link providing CAT interface.In RigExpert TI-5000, CAT interface port is recognized as a COM port by computer software.

FSK output

FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) is a popular method of transmitting digital messages over radio primarily used in radioteletype (RTTY) mode. Most transceivers provide FSK modulator feature to make the RTTY signal stable and clear.A separate COM port is assigned for the FSK output when using RigExpert TI-5000.

PTT and CW output functions

Transceivers provide PTT (Push To Talk) and CW (Continuous Wave) keyer inputs to allow setting the transmitter on or off.In RigExpert TI-5000, PTT and CW outputs are assigned to the RTS and DTR lines of a separate COM port.

CW keyer

Independent keyer paddle input plus built-in RigExpert implementation of WinKey with separate virtual COM port for WinKey.

Footswitch input

Microphone input with QSO Recording option and level control

Plug-and-Play configuration

Windows/MacOS/Linux compatible

Compatible with any HAM Radio software: MixW, MMTTY, WSJT, etc.

General features:

• Transceiver audio interface for operating digital modes, voice recording and playback
• CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) system
• FSK output
• PTT and CW outputs
• CW keyer (WinKey)
• Footswitch input
• Microphone input

Computer connection:

• USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector
• Powered from the USB port (consuming 100 mA maximum)
• No external power supply needed

Transceiver connection:

• Single 25-pin connector for transceiver cable
• Various transceiver models supported

Audio interface:

• Insulated from digital nets
• Maximum input/output amplitude is 1V
• Input/output samplerate: 8 to 48 kHz
• True 16-bit DAC/ADC used
• Volume levels are adjusted by the front panel potentiometers
• External microphone input with level control
• Recording QSO audio stream

 CAT serial port:

• Baudrate: 300-115200 baud
• Electrical compatibility: RS-232, CI-V, TTL or inverted-TTL (Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood, Ten-Tec, Elecraft and JRC transceivers)

PTT/CW outputs:

• PTT output: open collector and TTL-level
• CW output: open collector
• Maximum current is 50 mA

FSK output:

• Baudrate: 45-1200 baud
• Open collector output

System requirements:

• Desktop or laptop computer with USB 1/2/3 compliant port
• MacOS/Linux/Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10 (32- or 64-bit) operating system
• No drivers required for systems on Windows 10/MacOS/Linux
• For Windows 7 and previous versions of Windows only Winkey and FSK drivers are required

Supported software:

• MixW 2/3/4
• MMTTY, MMSSTV
• WSJT, WSJT-X, WSPR
• all other soundcard software!

Dimensions: 20 x 10 x 4 cm

Weight: 300 g

Operating temperature: 0…40 °C

Warranty: 2 years

GTIN code: 4820185420167

RigExpert TI-5000 is made in Ukraine.

 

 

Customer feedback:
PE1DHI Holland
Posted at 1:44pm on Saturday, February 23rd, 2013
I own a rigexpert-1000 and use it for my work as GMDSS radio inspector and also at Oil and gas platforms in the Northsea. It is a perfect tool, not only for the radio-HAM but also for the radio professional. Excellent!

Johannes Horvath VIenna
Posted at 2:29am on Monday, January 21st, 2013
The AA-600 tells you more than you want to know, hi! And considering a very long lifetime, AA-Cells, which the device is powered, will exist probably for ever. Fully stand alone operation with storage of the measurement for later PC-Screen visualization and documentation is a very nice advantage against some other competitive products. Perfect and super easy userinterface!
Simply: A PHANTASTIC THING! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! OE1JHB, 73!

Rubens KA6VHA California
Posted at 1:17pm on Sunday, December 23rd, 2012
I will like to know if you guys plan to have a unit to work in the 1200 to 1300 mhz ham band or if the AA-1000 will get to work that far out of the specs.
thanks

Steve Rush Michigan, USA
Posted at 6:56pm on Sunday, November 11th, 2012
I have had the AA-230 for about 9 months now and would not have any other device besides this for antennas. It has never failed me, and is extremely rugged and accurate (see my you tube videos)

Kurnia Putra Jakarta – Indonesia
Posted at 12:08am on Monday, October 29th, 2012
I have had AA-230 PRO and Planning to buy AA-600…the awesome Antenna analyzer.
Easy to use and highly recommended for all Amateur Radio…
’73 – YC0KPN

Carl McGowan UK
Posted at 9:22am on Wednesday, October 17th, 2012
I have updated from an AA-520. The higher frequency range is very useful for my work. So far, after 1 week, I find the AA-1000 extremely good and very accurate when compared to much more expensive equipment here at my work.
Well done. Highly recommended piece of kit.

Thomas SV2CLJ Thessaloniki – Grrece
Posted at 4:18am on Friday, April 13th, 2012
…me too ! 73

JOSE MARTIN BOGOTA COLOMBIA
Posted at 9:46pm on Monday, February 27th, 2012
EXCELLENT ITEM, I NEED ONE

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