EasyDigi Radio Interface

CliffordWareHam sells a very inexpensive board on eBay that takes care of the interfacing between your computer and your radio for PTT and Audio connections.

Cost. Bar none. That being said, a Signalink is a pretty awesome solution, and is rock solid. However, you can make your own version with an EasyDigi for a lot less.

Most cost efficient way to use the device is to use one EasyDigi for each station location. If you sit at a desk with multiple rigs, use one if you’re only going to use one at a time (don’t multitask!). How to accomplish multiple rigs with one unit? Add a universal connector between your rig and the EasyDigi. I tend to use 9 port serial connectors, but you could also use a 5 pin DIN/MIDI connector as well. Typically, you are using four wires to interface your radio (speaker, mic, ptt, and ground).

• Cases
  • Flanged box in black
  • Non-flanged box in black
  • Experiment with a taller box if you need room using a 5 Pin DIN plug for your universal adapter. Serial will work.
• Grommets
  • 3/8 sized, worked well for most of my boxes
• Connectors
  • 3.5mm TRRS Plugs (FT-60, TH-9000D, etc)
  • 3.5mm TRS Plugs (Headphone Audio, UV-5R sound, etc)
  • 2.5mm TRS Plugs (UV-5R, other Chinese handhelds)