Four problems with using an RJ-45 for the port on the K2: - Only 8 wires - Not shielded - Could be mistaken for something else just as easily as a DB-9
And now the big one: Crimping an RJ-45 plug requires a special tool (mine "only" cost $30), and the plugs are one-shot items. DB-9 is no harder to solder than a PC board, no special tool, and you can reuse them. 73 de Jim, N2EY _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
