RS 15-2103 silly question

tase2 · Post by **tase2** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 4:55 pm

I believe this is a JP1 compatable remote. If so where and how do I plug in the cable, I don't see a place to put it.

Thanks
Mark

TimH · Post by **TimH** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 5:02 pm

it is jp1 capable, but it doesn't have a connector.

search yahoo for 4 wire interface. I built the rj11 version, works great.

Mark Pierson · Post by **Mark Pierson** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 5:27 pm

IMHO, with the time, expense, and skill required to make the 2103 JP1 compatible, I just don't think it's worth it (and I have 2 of 'em).

If you're still interested, check out the Stereo-15-2103.txt file. There's also some pictures in the Photos section.

TimH · Post by **TimH** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 5:32 pm

Mark is probably right. It was pretty tricky soldering on the board.

Mark, was it you that came up with the rj11 version?

Mark Pierson · Post by **Mark Pierson** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 5:40 pm

Nope... I did, however, use a 4-cond stereo jack on one of mine to bring the RESET line out to the interface.

And I agree... cutting and/or soldering to traces on the PCB is difficult. All in all, it's better to spend $20-$30 for one of the current popular models (8810w, 2116/2117, etc) that are JP1 out of the box and are better supported by the group.

TimH · Post by **TimH** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 5:46 pm

I just got a 2117 a couple days ago at RS, on the shelf at $49.95, but it rings up for $29.95. Seems to be a fine remote. I like it better than the 8810w or the 2104. It just feels better in the hand, and the buttons are better for operating without looking at the keys.