SignaLink Plug & Play Jumper Modules

SLMOD6PM	This jumper module is compatible with all ICOM, Kenwood and Yaesu radios that have a 6-pin mini-DIN Data Port. For a list of compatible radios, please click here.
SLMOD8PD	This jumper module is compatible with all ICOM radios that have an 8-pin DIN Accy Port. For a list of compatible radios, please click here. Note that this module is for ICOM radios only. It cannot be used with other radio brands even if they use the same type of Accy Port connector (Ten-Tec, etc.).
SLMOD13I	This jumper module is compatible with all ICOM radios that have a 13-pin Accy Port. For a list of compatible radios, please click here.
SLMOD13K	This jumper module is compatible with all KENWOOD radios that have a 13-pin Accy Port. For a list of compatible radios, please click here. NOTE: This module will work with the SignaLink USB only. It is physically too tall to fit inside the older SL-1+ model.

Installation Instructions

Installation of the of the Plug & Play jumper modules is very simply, but you need to be careful that you don't bend any of the pins, or they may break off and become stuck inside the SignaLink's socket (see note below). You should not have any trouble if you are just the slightest bit careful, but please note that broken pins and/or any damage to the jumper module or the SignaLink as a result of broken pins, is not covered under warranty. Also, before installing any jumper module, please verify that you are installing the correct module for the radio and/or radio cable you will be using (see chart shown above!). It is possible to damage your radio and/or the SignaLink by installing the wrong jumper module, or by installing it backwards, so please check carefully before proceeding.

To install the jumper module, place it lightly on the SignaLink's JP1 jumper socket being careful to align the notch on the jumper module (white board outline) with the notch on the SignaLink's circuit board (white colored outline around the JP1 jumper socket). Carefully look at each pin to make sure that all pins are centered in the socket holes, and then gently press down in the center of the module until the module is seated securely in the socket. If you are installing the SLMOD13K jumper module, then you will need to press down evenly on the ends of the module, being careful not to put pressure on the PTT configuration jumper. Once the SLMOD13K module is installed, be sure to set the PTT Configuration Jumper for your radio.

To remove the jumper module, you will need to pull it straight up while being careful not to bend any pins in the process. Be careful not to drop the module when it pulls loose from the socket! We suggest gripping the module firmly with a pair of pliers, but any suitable tool can be used. Some customers have removed the jumper module with a flat blade screwdriver by slowly prying up on both ends a little at a time until it is out. This is ok ONLY if you lift each end up just the slightest bit (going back and forth from one end to another) so that the pins are not bent in the process. If you remove the module this way, you need to go slow and be sure that you don't lift too much on one end, or put pressure on any of the parts on the SignaLink's circuit board.

NOTE: Each jumper module is carefully inspected before being packaged and shipped to insure that all pins are straight and the module is in perfect mechanical condition. We use only high quality gold-plated pin strip header, and the header is designed specifically to plug into the machined socket on the SignaLink circuit board repeatedly. However, it is important that the pins do not become bent during installation or removal of the module, or they may break and become lodged in the SignaLink's socket. As noted above, this is NOT covered under warranty and you would need to return the SignaLink to the factory to have the socket replaced.

Common questions:

I have an IC-7000, FT-450, or an IC-746PRO and am using a resistor in place of the SignaLink's "Mic" jumper wire. Can I use the SLMOD6PM jumper module?

We have received enough feedback on these radios now to know that most do NOT need the resistor, and possibly none of them do if you follow the suggestions on our troubleshooting page carefully. If you are currently using a resistor with your radio and would like to use the SLMOD6PM jumper module instead, then we suggest that you replace the resistor with the normal jumper wire and confirm that our suggestions work for your specific radio before ordering.

Are the plug & play jumper modules compatible with all SignaLink models?

Except for the SLMOD13K jumper module, all of the plug & play jumper modules for Data and Accy Ports are compatible with the SignaLink USB and SignaLink SL-1+. The SLMOD13K jumper module will not work with the SL-1+ because it is physically too tall to fit in the case. Note that the original SignaLink SL-1 works with Mic jacks only, and cannot be used with Data or Accy Ports.

Do the plug & play jumper modules supply power for the older SL-1+?

The "PWR" pin is connected on the SLMOD8PD and SLMOD13I modules so that the radio can supply power to the SignaLink SL-1+. If you are using these modules, then you should NOT apply external power to the SignaLink SL-1+. Other plug & play jumper modules do not have the PWR pin connected because power isn't available on the radio's connector. Note that "PWR" pin is NOT connected inside the SignaLink USB, as power is always supplied by the USB connection.

Why does the SLMOD13K plug & play jumper module have a jumper that I have to set?

There are three different PTT configurations for Kenwood 13-pin Accy Ports. Rather than make three different modules, we have added a single push-on jumper to our SLMOD13K jumper module so that it can accommodate all three configurations. This is more cost effective and provides a single jumper module that works with all Kenwood 13-pin Accy Ports.

Will you have plug & play jumper modules available for other configurations?

We are already looking into releasing plug & play jumper modules for other configurations (Mic jacks, etc.). These will be announced on the What's New? page and added here as soon as they are available.

SignaLink "Plug & Play" Jumper Modules

Only $7.95 each when purchased with the SignaLink!