W2IHY iPlus

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Introduction

iPlus User's Manual

Product Specifications

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Utility Features

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“Anyone with the iplus multi-radio controller will be thrilled with the convenience of NEVER having to disconnect and reconnect their audio rack to all of their different radios again Once the iplus is set up, you just select the radio you want to use from the front panel selector and your radio, PTT, amplifier and speaker connections are ready to play--Nice!”
– beta tester

Are your ready for a single controller to route your external audio to 3 radios? Then You’re Ready for –

iplus by W2IHY

IPLUS by W2IHY - $219.99

Use a Single Box to Route your Rack or W2IHY Audio Gear Output to Multiple Radios, Amplifier, and Speaker System.

iplus technology allows routing of your external Rack or W2IHY audio to 3 radios. No more disconnecting and reconnecting your rack to separate radios. Just select your radio and play!
Separate level controls for each radio. Set it and forget it.
MAJOR FEATURE: RCA linear keying inputs from 3 radios. Select your radio, and your amplifier is connected and ready for that radio!
MAJOR FEATURE: RCA stereo audio inputs allows you to use 1 stereo or mono speaker system for all of your radio’s receiver audio.
MAJOR FEATURE: Combination XLR / Ľ” TRS audio input or 5-pin DIN audio input for total flexibility and compatibility with your balanced XLR, Ľ” TRS, Ľ” TS, or existing W2IHY cables.
MAJOR FEATURE: Audio Phase Reversal for proper AM audio asymmetry. A must for maximum AM modulation and quality!
2 iplus units may be connected together to control up to 5 radios!
Comes with erasable marker for labeling the 3-position radio switch.

Introduction
You asked for it, we listened, and here it is! The iplus from W2IHY.

How many times have you wanted to send your rack or W2IHY audio to more than just one radio with the ease of simply turning a big switch in front of you?

You know the hassles involved. You must disconnect your rack’s output to the radio that you normally use, then re-connect it to a different radio. And if you are fortunate, the input connector on the other radio will be the same. More often than not, the other radio will use a different connector.

If you are not so fortunate, then a new cable will have to be built and then plugged in every time you switch radios. Then you have to plug in the amplifier control line from the new radio to your amplifier. Then you have to connect a PTT line to the radio. Then you have to plug in your speaker(s) to the new radio. The you have to reset all of your levels… What a hassle.

“With the addition of the iplus, I no longer have to keep unplugging and re-plugging all of my audio connections from my rack to my radios. This is too easy – Why didn’t someone think of this before?”

– beta tester

NOW THERE IS AN EASIER WAY!
If you hate the scenario above, then the iplus was designed just for you!

No more plugging and unplugging cables to send your rack audio to more than one radio.

Once you connect your cables from the iplus to your existing radios (up to 3) and connect the PTT, amplifier and speaker cables, you’re done.

Imagine simply turning a switch to send your rack audio to one of three radios, and at the same time having the PTT, amplifier and speaker connections all ready to go. This is a no brainer for the rack audio enthusiast who just wants to switch and play. Connect it all up once and then forget it.

The iplus has extensive RFI and ground loop protection built in for a clean, no hum experience.

The iplus is built with a rugged steel chassis and very easy to use front-panel controls with clearly marked rear-panel connections.

The iplus and all cables are compatible with your existing EQplus, 8 or Dual Band Equalizer and iBox. (Prewired cable assemblies available - optional)

The iplus has very versatile audio inputs; Choose between Balanced XLR, Balanced Ľ” TRS, Unbalanced Ľ” TS, or 5-Pin DIN for a direct connection from your existing W2IHY products. We have thought of everything!

iplus Product Specifications

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
Front Panel Radio Select Switch

Switches input audio from a single source to up to 3 radios
Switches PTT line for TX/RX control of selected radio
Switches radio speaker audio from 3 radios to a one set of mono or stereo speakers
Accepts amplifier keying from 3 radios to key a linear amplifier

Invert Phase Switch

Reverses the phase of the audio output 180 degrees for proper AM modulation asymmetry

Output Level Controls

Individual output level control for the radio selected
Set precise drive level to each radio
Allows mic level up to line level output to your transceiver

REAR PANEL CONNECTORS
Audio Input Connectors (Line Level and Isolated)

Combined XLR receptacle and Ľ” TRS phone jack that supports balanced and unbalanced inputs
DIN (Aux Input) for connection of W2IHY audio products
Ľ” TRS phone connection is compatible with iBox output

PTT Input (RCA)

Adds “push to talk” control with foot switch, hand switch, etc

Three Audio Output Ports (5-pin DIN)

Interface up to 3 radios (6 radios with additional iplus)
Front panel port / radio selector switch
Low-Z balanced and unbalanced outputs
5 Pin DIN connectors with wiring compatible with other W2IHY products
Prewired cable assemblies available (optional)

Speaker audio switched from 3 radios to a single speaker system

RCA inputs and outputs
Stereo inputs and outputs supported
Speaker grounds isolated
Prewired cable assemblies available (optional)

Linear amplifier keying controlled from 3 radios with a single connection to the linear amplifier

RCA inputs and output
Supports active and passive keying from radios
Prewired cable assemblies available (optional)

Separate iplus Chassis Ground Available

Dimensions – 9” W x 3” H x 5.5” D (Including Feet and RCA’s)

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3 Year Parts & Labor Warranty
W2IHY Technologies will repair or replace a malfunctioning unit at its option, for a period of three years from date of purchase.

Free Technical Support
If you encounter any problems or have any questions, you'll appreciate our free technical support. W2IHY Technologies is committed to 100% customer satisfaction. Your questions, problems and comments receive prompt response from the designer himself, Julius D. Jones, W2IHY.