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Your Passport To The Digital Domain!

In recent years there have been incredible advances in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) utilizing desktop computers and SoundBlaster® compatible sound cards.  This new DSP technology provides a level of signal processing that was simply impossible to achieve in older hardware based designs.  Software is now available for virtually all of the traditional digital modes including Packet, APRS®, AMTOR, RTTY, CW, SSTV, WEFAX, ACARS and more.  In addition the power of this technology has spawned a host of exciting new modes like PSK31, MT63, WSJT FSK441 and many others!  There are more than eighty different programs listed on our web site alone and more can be found on the Internet!  Most of these are "freeware" or "shareware" and in many cases provide a level of performance beyond your wildest dreams!

Tigertronics has developed the SignaLink Interface to help you take advantage of this cutting edge technology.  SignaLink bridges the gap between your computer and your radio to provide the highest level of performance in all the new modes.  In addition to delivering basic functions found in other units, the SignaLink provides advanced features and design innovations that set it apart from all the rest!

The SignaLink comes fully assembled and tested.  It is not a "kit"!  Take a look Inside the SignaLink.  Notice that our design employs "State Of The Art" Surface Mount construction for maximum performance and reliability.  Every unit is Robotically Assembled in our own modern factory in Southern Oregon.  Components are of the highest quality and every unit undergoes the same stringent quality control and inspection standards that you have grown to expect from Tigertronics!  We invite you to compare every aspect of the SignaLink to other products.  We think you will agree that nothing else compares!

Features

The SignaLink has a number of unique features that eliminate the common problems associated with connecting your radio and computer.  It also provides some advanced features that are not available on other units.

• No Serial or USB Port Required - All SignaLink models incorporates a unique Auto-PTT™ circuit that eliminates the need to connect to a computer Serial or USB Port like other units.  The Auto-PTT™ circuit automatically detects transmissions from the sound card and activates the radio's PTT circuit.  A front panel Delay Control is provided to select optimum triggering in the various digital modes.  Eliminating the Serial and USB Port connections also substantially reduces the coupling of RF Noise between the computer and radio.
  
  

• Complete Isolation - Unlike other interfaces "claiming" to provide isolation, all SignaLink models "truly" isolate your computer from your radio.  This eliminates troublesome ground loops and prevents hum and noise from degrading the signals.
  
  

• Matched Audio Levels - The SignaLink provides optimum audio levels to both the computer and radio when using standard radio mic and speaker connections.  This greatly simplifies your setup and getting everything adjusted correctly.  All adjustments can be made using only your radio and sound card controls.
  
  

• External Speaker Support - If you like to listen to your radio’s audio while operating, then you’ll appreciate the front panel “Auxiliary” audio output jack.  This jack will accept an external speaker or headphone and can be configured to be active when the SignaLink is ON or OFF.  It can also be set to ALWAYS ON.
  
  

• Flexible Power Requirements - The SignaLink consumes so little power that it can be powered by the “Accessory Voltage” found on most radio Mic connectors.  This makes for a very simple and clean installation.  On radios that don’t have power available, we have provided an external power jack on the rear panel.
  
  

• Front Panel Switches and Indicators - A front panel ON/OFF switch is provided to prevent accidental transmissions.  The receive signals are still enabled in the OFF position for convenience in monitoring activity.  Bright LEDs are provided to indicate when power is ON and when the PTT is active during transmit.

What's Included?

Every SignaLink is supplied with the following items:  

• Fully Assembled Detachable Radio Cable - The SignaLink part number determines which radio cable is supplied with the unit (please specify when ordering).  Cables are available for radios that use the 4-pin round, 8-pin round, RJ-11, and RJ-45 mic connector.  An un-terminated cable is also available for radios that uses a different type of mic connector.
  
  
• Software CD - This CD contains the latest programs for all of the most popular modes including PSK-31, SSTV, MT-63, CW, RTTY & AMTOR.  Software for other modes can be downloaded from our SignaLink Software Page.  The entire Tigertronics web site with all of the latest support information (including jumper settings) is also included on the CD.
  
  
• 2.1 mm Power Plug - This can be used to power the the SignaLink from an external power supply if it cannot be powered from the radio (see the SignaLink manual for more information).
  
  
• Jumper Wires  - These are used to configure the SignaLink for your specific radio.  No soldering is required - The jumpers simply push into a socket on the circuit board!  The SignaLink software CD contains jumper settings for the most popular radios.  Settings for other radios can be easily obtained by following the step-by-step procedure in the SignaLink manual, or by contacting our Technical Support Staff.
  
  
• Printed Installation Manual - The SignaLink manual contains both step-by-step, and "quick" installation instructions for users of all experience levels.  Troubleshooting Tips and an Audio Level Adjustment procedure are also included.
  
  
• FREE Telephone Tech Support - If you have any questions, or if you need assistance with the installation of your SignaLink, our Technicians are available to help you.  Click here for information on contacting Tech Support. 
  

Part Numbers & Options:

SignaLink SL-1 Part Numbers (please specify when ordering):

• SL1-4R - For 4-Pin Round Mic Connector
• SL1-8R - For 8-Pin Round Mic Connector
• SL1-RJ11 - For RJ-11 Mic Connector
• SL1-RJ45 - For RJ-45 Mic Connector
• SL1-NC - Un-terminated (bare wire on radio end)

Extra Radio Cables:

• SLCAB4R - For 4-Pin Round Mic Connector
• SLCAB8R - For 8-Pin Round Mic Connector
• SLCABRJ1 - For RJ-11 Mic Connector
• SLCABRJ4 - For RJ-45 Mic Connector
• SLCABNC - Un-terminated

Optional Cable Accessory Kit (P/N SLASSY) - Includes The Following:

• Sound Card Mic Cable (6' long, shielded with male 3.5 mm stereo connectors)
• Sound Card Speaker Cable (6' long, shielded with male 3.5 mm stereo connectors)
• Sound Card Speaker Splitter (stereo)
• Radio Speaker Cable (2' long, shielded with male 3.5 mm mono connectors)

Our SLASSY Cable Kit is now on special!  See our Pricing page for details.

Specifications:

Power Supply:		6.75 - 15 Volts DC @ 10 ma (nominal)

Freq Response:		100Hz - 30KHz

In/Out Impedance:	600 Ohm (nom)

Attenuation:		Radio to Sound Card - 5:1
			Sound Card to Radio - 200:1

Auto-PTT™ Delay:	Fast - 28 milliseconds
			Slow - 800 milliseconds

PTT Circuit:		MOSFET Transistor
			Rating - 15 Volts @ 75ma (max)

Radio Connector:	Mic, Spkr, Pwr, PTT - RJ-45
			Spkr - 3.5mm Mono

Sound Card Conn:	Mic Input - 3.5mm Stereo
			Spkr Output - 3.5mm Stereo

Other Connectors:	Aux. Spkr - 3.5mm Mono
			Aux. Power - 2.1mm Coaxial

Case:			Extruded Aluminum - 6061T4

Dimensions:		1.1" x 2.7" x 3.2"

Operating Temp:		-30C to +60C

Additional Information:

• Read a QST Review of the SignaLink.

• Read Customer Comments about the SignaLink.

• See a Product Comparison between the SignaLink and other interfaces.

• Compare the supported Modes of the SignaLink to other interfaces.

• See the Inside or the Rear View of the SignaLink.

• View the SignaLink Frequently Asked Questions page.

• Download software from our SignaLink™ Software page.

• Download the Installation Manual from the SignaLink Support Page.

• See Price List and Ordering Information.