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FT-857 Operating Manual
CAT
O
PERATION
The
FT-857
’s
CAT
System allows the transceiver to be controlled by a personal computer.
This allows multiple control operations to be fully automated as a single mouse click, or it
allows a third-party software package (such as contest logging software) to communicate
with the
FT-857
without (redundant) operator intervention.
The Optional CAT Interface Cable
CT-62
is a connection cable for the
FT-857
and your
computer. The
CT-62
has a built-in level converter, allowing direct connection from the rear
panel
CAT
/LINEA
R jack to the serial port of your computer, without the need for an exter-
nal RS-232C level converter box.
Vertex Standard does not produce
CAT
System operating software, due to the wide variety
of personal computers, operating systems, and applications in use today.
The information presented in this section will allow the programmer to understand the com-
mand structure and opcodes used in the
FT-857
’s
CAT
System.
CAT
/LINEAR
RS-232C
CT-62
(Option)