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Astro Spectra programming help


 

Hello Group,
I thought this task would be easy. But the more I delve into the programming the more confused I become.
Here is my situation.
*Radio* Astro Spectra-T04KLF9PW4AN (1 meg 2.5 kHz) I don't believe this to be a Spectra+
*Control Head* W4? Fully connected to transceiver Power cable also connected. All cables connected as when radio was in vehicle.
*Computer* Win 7, 32 bit laptop with one USB 1 port and 9 pin serial port.
*Motorola RIB* I have a real Motorola RIB. DO I REQUIRE IT?
*Programming Cable* DO I REQUIRE A RIBLESS CABLE?? What cable # and where do I connect radio end? With control head cable connected to radio I have one 25 pin female connector between the handle on the radio. Is the programming cable connected to that or does it connect to control head?
*Programming Software* My information tells me that I require CPS 5.02.xx or 5.03.00 . I see the CPS is readily available but if some good hearted soul could mail me the CPS (if it's legal) I'd be happy to reimburse time and postage.
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I'm tearing my hair out and I only plan on programming six or seven VHF NB repeater fxs. and a few "Talkaround" channels.
Appreciate any and all help.
Tim Hardy
AE7TH
Vashon Is. Wa.


 

Tim,
I sent you a reply to your last request prior to seeing this - I suspect it answered some of your questions here.?
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You program using the 25 pin receptacle through the handle.? Aftermarket "ribless" cables exist which have the RIB built into the connector backshell, but the original style ones need your RIB.
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Good luck - Kurt