Icom Ci V Usb Interface Schematic Top

Building your own Icom CI-V (Communications Interface 5) USB interface is a popular DIY project for amateur radio operators. It allows you to control transceivers—from older models like the IC-735 to modern rigs—via a computer using a single 3.5mm mono cable. Understanding the CI-V Bus

: Ensure the correct virtual COM port drivers (e.g., FTDI or CP210x) are installed on your PC before connecting to rig control software like Ham Radio Deluxe . ICOM CI-V - K7MEM icom ci v usb interface schematic top

Before etching PCB or soldering on a protoboard, verify that your includes: Building your own Icom CI-V (Communications Interface 5)

and the bus to allow the radio to pull the line low without damaging the module's transmit pin. Physical Connection: icom ci v usb interface schematic top