Below are pictures taken while building this interface box, hopefully these
along with the hardware info page will give you all the information you need to
build a similar device, any questions then please E-mail me at the bottom of the
page. All the pictures will bring up a higher resolution original when clicked
on if you want to see any parts in greater detail.
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| Connectors, USB hub & audio |
Connectors used |
Original USB-serial adapter |
Box drilled for sockets |
USB audio devices de-boxed |
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| FTDI chip USB-serial adapter |
USB hub de-boxed |
USB audio devices |
Box used for project |
Extending the power LED |
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| Measuring up for connectors |
Rough layout of kit in box |
USB connections made |
Connections to USB hub reverse |
USB ready for testing |
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| Close up of sloppy soldering |
USB plug replaced with socket |
USB type 'B' socket |
Replacing one USB connector |
Don't break tracks desoldering! |
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| Layout decided upon |
Serial RTS & DTR PTT |
Kit mounted in box |
Building PTT interface |
Veroboard soldered to plug |
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| Box from one end |
Box from above |
Laying out parts for glueing |
Test setup with radio |
The "completed" interface... |
