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Kantronics KAM Plus

A picture of Kantronics KAM Plus with later casing
Later casing

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:Amateur multi-mode radio modem and TNC
CPU:Hitachi HD63C03YP
System ROM:? KB
System RAM:128 KB, expandable to 512 KB (CR2032 lithium battery backup)
Computer ports / Speed:RS232C (DB25) / 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2400, 4800, 9600 bd
(RS-232C or TTL levels selectable)
Power supply:9-15 VDC (Male barrel jack, center positive)
Current drain / power consumption:160-260 mA
Dimensions (W*H*D):162*33*208 mm (6.38*1.3*8.19")
Weight:1.1 Kg (2.42 lb)
Other features:




RADIO COMM'S SECTION
Modes

(Depending on firmware and
installed hardware options):
Packet
PACTOR
GTOR
AMTOR
RTTY
ASCII
CW
WeFax
NavTex/AmTex
KISS
EmWin
GPS / APRS functions:Yes, but GPS function was only available with the
optional enhancement board and firmware 8.0 or later
Mailbox:100 KB (Expandable to 512 KB)
Radio ports: 2
Data rate over radio:HF: 45-300 bd
VHF: 300-1200 bd




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:USA, 1993-1998 (Discontinued)
Additional info: Last known firmware: v8.2p

New price, august 1993 in Sweden: SEK 4450:-
New price, june 1994 in the US: $339.95 (MSRP) New price, march 1996 in Sweden: SEK 4673:-
New price, november 1998 in Sweden: SEK 4673:-
New price, december 1998 in the US: $349.95
Related documents: Getting started (878 KB)
Reference manual (3.1 MB)
Enhancement board and FW 8.0 (406 KB)
Modifications and fixes:
Reviews:CQ: October 1997, page 28
Options / Accessories:
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A picture of Kantronics KAM Plus with early casing
Early casing
An inside picture of Kantronics KAM Plus
A rear picture of Kantronics KAM Plus