(often stylized as ) is a common, inexpensive USB to CI-V (CAT control) interface cable used for Icom amateur radios. Because these cables are often unbranded, "updated" drivers typically depend on the specific USB-to-Serial chipset inside the cable. 1. Identify Your Chipset
. He opened his logging software, spun the heavy chrome dial of his IC-735, and watched in awe as the digital display on his screen mirrored the radio's movement in real-time. The CI-V protocol
- Windows: vendor GUI or serial commands.
- Linux: ip link set can0 up type can bitrate 500000
What’s New in This Driver Update?
Critical Settings (for all Icom radios):
- Locate the
Setup.exe or Install.exe file in the extracted folder.
- Right-click the file and select Run as Administrator.
- Follow the on-screen prompts. Click "Install" or "Next" until the process completes.