Remote Rig
RRC 1258 Support in English => General discussion forum => Topic started by: VA3BD on 2014-06-28, 16:24:39
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I have followed a couple of threads on this topic and sadly, I am still unclear as to how to implement Rotor control. I'd really appreciate some help from experienced users:
Question 1 - Do I need a webswitch?- The RRC 1258 includes a RS 232 interface. Would that not be adequate to interface with a rotor control box that is equipped with a serial port? If not, why not?
Question 2 - Best Rotor to use- I noticed a couple of years ago that some users were unhappy with the Hy Gain Digital Rotor controller. Has that issue been resolved or must I go to an aftermarket control board to fit inside a Hy Gain or Yaesu control box. (For simplicity sake I would prefer to buy a P&P HyGain with DCU-2 if at all possible).
Question 3 - I am also considering a Yaesu Rotor with an aftermarket board such as the Easy-Rotor. Who has used what board and with what success?
Thanks in advance for any help you can give.
73 Doug VA3BD
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I can answer question No 1
Yes if you have a free serial port in the RRC, You can use it for rotor control as you say. I personally prefer web based control of rotators, PA, antenna switches etc. as I do not need any PC . I can control everything from a mobile or Ipad.
73 de mike