[Xastir] IC-706 wiring

[Jack Twilley]

Reuven Z Gevaryahu wrote:
> Jack Twilley wrote:
> 
> 
>>After reading the manual for the IC-706, I've come to the conclusion
>>that I need to use "RTTY" mode and the RTTY plug to connect to my
>>sound card in order to use software like Xastir.  Does anyone know
>>exactly how to wire the plug?  Google searches only come up with the
>>fact that an answer exists, but not the answer itself.
>>
>>Jack.
> 
> 
> I use the data plug on my 706mkIIG, which I assume is what you're
> referring to.

Not the data plug, the RTTY plug.

> It is a regular 6 pin mini-DIN connector; the pinout is in
> the manual or online here:
> http://www.packetradio.com/bbb/CBL%20MDIN.gif. Pin 4 is 9600rx, and pin
> 6 goes to ground when squelch opens.

That'd be great if I were using a TNC.  I'm interested in trying out 
soundcard modem functionality, so I want to use the RTTY plug.

> I built one of the old non-isolated cables back in the day, and it still
> works fine (except that PTT sometimes gets stuck keyed if the swr is too
> high). Radio shack sells the din connectors, but soldering them is
> difficult; using the cord from a computer keyboard or mouse might be
> easier (if the right wires are connected.)
> 
> --Reuven (KB3EHW)

I'm really hoping someone knows the answer to my question, instead of 
misunderstanding my question. :-)

Jack.