The CAT890 USB CAT Programming Cable is designed for connecting compatible Yaesu amateur radio transceivers to a computer for CAT (Computer Aided Transceiver) control and serial communication.
Featuring an FTDI FT232RNL USB-to-Serial interface and a 6-pin Mini DIN connector, this cable provides a convenient connection between your computer and compatible Yaesu radios.
It is suitable for computer-controlled radio operation, frequency control, and other CAT functions supported by compatible software.
Yaesu FT-757GXII
Yaesu FT-840
Yaesu FT-890
Yaesu FT-900
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | CAT890 |
| Product Type | USB CAT Programming Cable |
| USB Interface | USB Type-A |
| Radio Connector | 6-Pin Mini DIN |
| USB-Serial Chipset | FTDI FT232RNL |
| Application | CAT Control & Serial Communication |
| Compatible Brand | Yaesu |
| Compatible Models | FT-757GXII / FT-840 / FT-890 / FT-900 |
Designed for compatible Yaesu amateur radio transceivers
FTDI FT232RNL USB-to-Serial interface
6-pin Mini DIN radio connector
Convenient USB connection to a computer
Supports compatible CAT control software
Suitable for amateur radio computer control applications
Third-party CAT control software that may support these radio models includes:
Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD)
Software compatibility and available functions depend on the specific radio model and software version.
Important: Programming and CAT control software are NOT included with this cable.
The cable may require an FTDI VCP (Virtual COM Port) driver depending on your operating system.
Official FTDI driver download:
https://ftdichip.com/drivers/vcp-drivers/
After installing the driver, the cable should appear as a virtual COM port in your computer's Device Manager.
Computer Aided Transceiver (CAT) control
Radio frequency adjustment
Computer-controlled radio operation
Amateur radio station setup
Serial communication between PC and transceiver
Please confirm your radio model before ordering.
This cable is designed for the listed compatible Yaesu models.
Programming and CAT control software are not included.
Please verify the 6-pin Mini DIN connector and radio interface compatibility before purchase.
